Just saw a study on spirulina in Super Green Gummies - legit or biased?

Great find! I checked the study - it's from a decent journal (Journal of Functional Foods, IF ~4.5). The authors disclose no conflict of interest, and it's a randomized controlled trial with 100 participants. However, the dose they used (3g) is much higher than what's typically in gummies (maybe 500mg per serving?). Also, oxidative stress markers can be tricky to measure consistently. I'd say it's legit science but don't expect the same results from gummies unless you take like 6 daily, which isn't recommended lol.

Interesting! I actually tried adding pure spirulina powder to my morning smoothies for a month after hearing Huberman talk about it. The taste is... intense (like pond water lol), but I did feel more energetic. The gummies are way more palatable though. Maybe the study is legit but the form matters? Like, could the gummy processing reduce the benefits? Also, what about the other greens in the mix like chlorella?

Good point @HubermanHopeful! Bioavailability can vary with processing - some studies show freeze-dried spirulina retains more nutrients than heated forms. The gummies likely use a processed extract. As for chlorella, there's separate research on its detox effects (PMID: 87654321), but synergy in blends isn't well studied. OP, I'd say the study isn't biased, but it's not directly applicable to gummies. Maybe look for follow-ups on lower doses or different formulations?

Thanks both! So it's probably not biased science, but the dose in gummies might be too low for those effects. I'll stick with them for convenience but might add a spirulina boost to my diet occasionally. Appreciate the insights!