Did you know, there's a superfood that's been around for billions of years that could transform your health? In this episode of The Longevity Podcast, I am joined by Catharine Arnston, creator of ENERGYbits, to discuss this superfood and its benefits for longevity. 
 We discuss algae, specifically spirulina and chlorella, as a nutrient-dense food source, how it can fit into many diets, and the fact that it is highly bioavailable and quickly absorbed by the body, providing nourishment and balancing blood sugar levels. We also dive into algae's benefits for brain health, detoxification, gut microbiome, and the immune system. Overall, we discuss algae's ability to enhance the function of mitochondria, and the importance of choosing high-quality algae products. 
  
 Catharine Arnston started ENERGYbits® after her sister was diagnosed with breast cancer and advised by her oncologist that an alkaline diet would help her heal. It took Catharine ten years to bring algae into the mainstream and build ENERGYbits® into a national company. 
  
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 Website: https://energybits.com/ 
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  Algae Love Story  
  Protect Mitochondria Health with Algae SOD
 Customer Video Testimonial Video
  Learn more about Algae: Why algae is a FOOD not a supplement  Why the world needs algae  Dosage Charts  Algae Comparison: Spirulina algae v.s chlorella algae
  
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 What We Discuss: 
 03:13 Differentiating Macroalgae and Microalgae
 09:15 Mitochondria and Algae
 17:21 The Role of Algae in Brain Health
 19:28 Algae as a Nutrient-Dense Food Source
 23:14 Balancing Blood Sugar and Providing Essential Fatty Acids
 26:09 Algae: Suitable for Different Diets
 28:30 The Nourishing and Energizing Power of Spirulina
 41:39 Chlorella: The Detoxing Algae
 45:14 The Healing Properties of Chlorophyll
 55:40 The Benefits of Taking Spirulina and Chlorella Together
 01:12:44 The Intelligence of Algae in Supporting Health
 01:19:23 Different Algae Products and Recommendations