Frequently Asked Questions
What makes our pods the best greens powder replacement?
Because we are not a greens "powder"...
We are 100% unprocessed spirulina providing the benefits for your body beyond the basic vitamins and minerals found in greens powders.
Many supplements brands find their ingredients globally, leaving them no real control over what goes inside. We work with one select farm in central California.
Do I need a greens supplement?
The reality is, you don’t.
If you consume the FDA-recommended 5 servings of greens per day and don’t struggle with immunity, energy levels, or inflammation, you don’t need a greens supplement (including ours).
9 out of 10 individuals struggle to consume enough essential greens, vitamins, and antioxidants. Our spirulina pods are an easier way to consume what you are missing out on (plus some immunity & energy benefits beyond basic greens, unique to fresh spirulina).
When will I feel the benefits?
In most cases it can take roughly 1-3 months for our spirulina to take full effect. Some of the most meaningful improvements become evident over time - like immune support, faster recovery, sustained energy, skin health, and more.
Although many people will feel a boost of energy within the first 2 weeks!
Results will vary from person to person.
How is spirulina so nutrient-dense?
Spirulina's unique light harvesting complex with c-phycocyanin, traps the suns energy to support its rapid growth. With high solar exposure spirulina naturally protect's itself with 20+ antioxidants.
Spirulina's rapid growth rate and ability to thrive in nutrient-rich alkaline water allow it to accumulate high concentrations of micronutrients, making it one of the most complete superfoods.
Why is water an ingredient?
Water is used after harvest to bring spirulina to a lower alkalinity (about 8 ph) and to allow the spirulina to freeze without oxygen exposure!
Each pod contains ≈8 grams of fresh dense spirulina.
How many pods do I need?
We built one pod to be one efficacious dose of spirulina!
If you are looking for more of a boost on what your already seeing you can take up to three pods a day and see increasing benefits! After four pods you will start to see diminishing returns.
We recommend trying two pods a day for two weeks if you are looking for more of a boost from spirulina!
Is your spirulina free of heavy metals & toxins?
Yes!
Our spirulina is heavy metal tested regularly. Email us at any time to receive the most up to date testings of heavy metals, BMAA's, and microcystins.
This is why we chose spirulina grown under the strict regulatory requirements of California!
Why do you use plastic?
The highest quality and most potent spirulina is our highest priority.
Any compostable plastics allow oxygen to seep through and oxidize spirulina’s fragile phytonutrients.
With all that being said, our spirulina is packaged in the highest quality ultra-low oxygen permeability food-safe, never heated poly, the safest plastic to protect your spirulina.
And we know you will dispose of the plastic packaging responsibly! 😊
Can everyone consume fresh frozen spirulina?
Almost everybody can safely consume spirulina.
Even kids can take spirulina! (Slip it in their juice and they'll never know.)
Those with autoimmune conditions or on blood thinners should consult a healthcare provider before use.
Is there a commitment?
No there isn't!
You can cancel, modify, pause, or skip anytime with your own custom subscription hub!
Here is the magic portal link: Here
Why subscribe?
When you subscribe, you get early access to new sales, products, and grandfathered rates!
Best of all, you are getting a discount for your loyalty!
How do I order for more than one person?
All our subscriptions are based on the basis of one person at one pod usage per day.
If you want enough spirulina for 2 people, set the qty to 2 on your subscription.
Please reach out if you are looking for a larger quantity of spirulina, as we have bulk family discounts!
What is our No Taste Guarantee™?
Our no-taste guarantee states that our spirulina is frozen within minutes of harvesting and won’t alter the flavor of flavored drinks or smoothies if used with more than 8 oz. It won’t significantly affect the taste of water either. Each batch is tested and ensures no flavor before shipping, ensuring the highest quality.
If you are unhappy with our spirulina, please email us at contact@inspiranutrition.com
How do I use fresh frozen spirulina?
Add it to a smoothie or throw in water bottle on the go! Just peel, pop, and enjoy!
Our spirulina can be effortlessly added to any cold drink or smoothie, transforming it from a regular beverage into an energizing, anti-inflammatory refreshment.
However, it’s crucial to remember that our spirulina is unprocessed and should be consumed as soon as possible! (within 2 hours)
Can you cook with it or put it in a hot drink?
Spirulina immediately begins oxidizing and losing nutritional value as it is heated up.
You can cook with it, but know it will be a less potent form of spirulina compared to freshly thawed spirulina melted into a cold drink or smoothie.
If you have good recipes, send them to us on our Instagram!
How long can you store it?
Our spirulina is safe for freezing for up to 12 months in a standard defrost freezer (think refrigerator freezer).
You can, however, store spirulina for up to 2 years in a deep manual defrost freezer (chest freezer).
Can I refrigerate it?
No! Spirulina needs to remain frozen.
If you are wanting to make something, you can refrigerate it for up to 10 hours, though small amounts of flavor might develop.
What are the blue crystals on the spirulina?
The powerful antioxidant phycocyanin can leak through the cell membranes during freezing, exposing the blue liquid. Then, freezing it turns it into blue ice crystals!
What makes our pods the best greens powder replacement?
Because we are not a greens "powder"...
We are 100% unprocessed spirulina providing the benefits for your body beyond the basic vitamins and minerals found in greens powders.
Many supplements brands find their ingredients globally, leaving them no real control over what goes inside. We work with one select farm in central California.
Do I need a greens supplement?
The reality is, you don’t.
If you consume the FDA-recommended 5 servings of greens per day and don’t struggle with immunity, energy levels, or inflammation, you don’t need a greens supplement (including ours).
9 out of 10 individuals struggle to consume enough essential greens, vitamins, and antioxidants. Our spirulina pods are an easier way to consume what you are missing out on (plus some immunity & energy benefits beyond basic greens, unique to fresh spirulina).
When will I feel the benefits?
In most cases it can take roughly 1-3 months for our spirulina to take full effect. Some of the most meaningful improvements become evident over time - like immune support, faster recovery, sustained energy, skin health, and more.
Although many people will feel a boost of energy within the first 2 weeks!
Results will vary from person to person.
How is spirulina so nutrient-dense?
Spirulina's unique light harvesting complex with c-phycocyanin, traps the suns energy to support its rapid growth. With high solar exposure spirulina naturally protect's itself with 20+ antioxidants.
Spirulina's rapid growth rate and ability to thrive in nutrient-rich alkaline water allow it to accumulate high concentrations of micronutrients, making it one of the most complete superfoods.
Why is water an ingredient?
Water is used after harvest to bring spirulina to a lower alkalinity (about 8 ph) and to allow the spirulina to freeze without oxygen exposure!
Each pod contains ≈8 grams of fresh dense spirulina.
How many pods do I need?
We built one pod to be one efficacious dose of spirulina!
If you are looking for more of a boost on what your already seeing you can take up to three pods a day and see increasing benefits! After four pods you will start to see diminishing returns.
We recommend trying two pods a day for two weeks if you are looking for more of a boost from spirulina!
Is your spirulina free of heavy metals & toxins?
Yes!
Our spirulina is heavy metal tested regularly. Email us at any time to receive the most up to date testings of heavy metals, BMAA's, and microcystins.
This is why we chose spirulina grown under the strict regulatory requirements of California!
Why do you use plastic?
The highest quality and most potent spirulina is our highest priority.
Any compostable plastics allow oxygen to seep through and oxidize spirulina’s fragile phytonutrients.
With all that being said, our spirulina is packaged in the highest quality ultra-low oxygen permeability food-safe, never heated poly, the safest plastic to protect your spirulina.
And we know you will dispose of the plastic packaging responsibly! 😊
Can everyone consume fresh frozen spirulina?
Almost everybody can safely consume spirulina.
Even kids can take spirulina! (Slip it in their juice and they'll never know.)
Those with autoimmune conditions or on blood thinners should consult a healthcare provider before use.
Is there a commitment?
No there isn't!
You can cancel, modify, pause, or skip anytime with your own custom subscription hub!
Here is the magic portal link: Here
Why subscribe?
When you subscribe, you get early access to new sales, products, and grandfathered rates!
Best of all, you are getting a discount for your loyalty!
How do I order for more than one person?
All our subscriptions are based on the basis of one person at one pod usage per day.
If you want enough spirulina for 2 people, set the qty to 2 on your subscription.
Please reach out if you are looking for a larger quantity of spirulina, as we have bulk family discounts!
What is our No Taste Guarantee™?
Our no-taste guarantee states that our spirulina is frozen within minutes of harvesting and won’t alter the flavor of flavored drinks or smoothies if used with more than 8 oz. It won’t significantly affect the taste of water either. Each batch is tested and ensures no flavor before shipping, ensuring the highest quality.
If you are unhappy with our spirulina, please email us at contact@inspiranutrition.com
How do I use fresh frozen spirulina?
Add it to a smoothie or throw in water bottle on the go! Just peel, pop, and enjoy!
Our spirulina can be effortlessly added to any cold drink or smoothie, transforming it from a regular beverage into an energizing, anti-inflammatory refreshment.
However, it’s crucial to remember that our spirulina is unprocessed and should be consumed as soon as possible! (within 2 hours)
Can you cook with it or put it in a hot drink?
Spirulina immediately begins oxidizing and losing nutritional value as it is heated up.
You can cook with it, but know it will be a less potent form of spirulina compared to freshly thawed spirulina melted into a cold drink or smoothie.
If you have good recipes, send them to us on our Instagram!
How long can you store it?
Our spirulina is safe for freezing for up to 12 months in a standard defrost freezer (think refrigerator freezer).
You can, however, store spirulina for up to 2 years in a deep manual defrost freezer (chest freezer).
Can I refrigerate it?
No! Spirulina needs to remain frozen.
If you are wanting to make something, you can refrigerate it for up to 10 hours, though small amounts of flavor might develop.
What are the blue crystals on the spirulina?
The powerful antioxidant phycocyanin can leak through the cell membranes during freezing, exposing the blue liquid. Then, freezing it turns it into blue ice crystals!