spirulina
noun [ U ] uk/spɪ.rəˈliː.nə/ us/spɪ.rəˈliː.nə/
螺旋藻
a type of blue-green algae (= very simple, usually small plants that grow in or near water and do not have ordinary leaves or roots) growing in large masses in areas of warm water
Wild spirulina grows in the alkaline lakes of Mexico and on the African continent. 墨西哥的碱性湖泊和非洲大陆都有野生螺旋藻生长。
（可食用的）干螺旋藻
dried spirulina used as a source of food, or added to food, because it provides vitamins, minerals, and protein
Research suggests a broad range of possible spirulina health benefits. 研究表明螺旋藻对健康有广泛的益处。
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- A traditional food source in parts of Africa and Mexico, spirulina is an exceptionally rich source of vitamins, minerals, and protein.
- Supplemental doses of a type of algae called spirulina appear to enhance the immune system.
- Almost any café worth its salt serves glasses of spirulina , a thick, green goo made from powdered seaweed and often mixed with the likes of apple juice and avocado.