AFA or Aphanizomenon flos-aquae, (a blue green alga growing naturally in Klamath Lake in Southern Oregon) has been used as a dietary supplement for more than two decades. Most commonly reported benefits are a reduction of the symptoms of inflammatory conditions such as rheumatism, arthritis, as well as asthma. Recently, phycocyanin, the active ingredient: has been isolated. Aphanin is an extract from AFA that contains the highest concentration of phycocyanin.
Phycocyanin is the blue pigment present in blue-green algae that acts in the living cell as a strong natural antioxidant. When isolated, phycocyanin as shown to have a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and to reduce or prevent inflammation in various models of inflammation.
Recently, phycocyanin was shown to be one of the most potent and specific natural inhibitors of COX-2 (cyclooxigenase-2) blocking the syntheses of inflammatory eicosanoids. Eicosanoids are natural mediators of inflammation in the body. Human clinical trials with specific COX-2 inhibitors have shown anti-inflammatory and analgesic efficacy that compare with traditional treatments, without the secondary effects normally associated with NSAIDS.
Serving size: 1-2 Vegetarian Capsules
2 Times a day
Amount preserving % Daily Value
Blue-Green Algae Extract: 400 mg *
(Aphanizomenon flos-aquae)
- % Daily Value not Established
Other Ingredients: Cellulose(Vegetarian Capsules)
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 – 2 capsules twice daily.
Store in a cool, dry place.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product
is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.