Question 1

Has this product been tested (yes/no) for metals/contaminants?

Accepted Answer

Here's an independent test of 25 different Spirulina products for heavy metal contamination. NOW is one of the cleaner ones. TAAU from Australia is by far the most pure and you can read further information on their website including independent test results. However, I contacted TAAU and they did not perform any testing for BMAA contamination, which is disappointing but there are no other Spirulina brands so far that can produce independent lab test results for BMAA testing. All we hear are claims that their products are cyanobacteria/BMAA free, such as being grown in controlled ponds or drying process does not allow BMAA and other explanations without being able to produce any test results to back it up.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1319562X13000430
http://scepticsbook.com/2017/02/10/does-spirulina-contain-bmaa-evidence-shows-yes-it-does/

Question 2

Hi i received an order of this product. the top of the seal has 5 pin holes. is this supposed to be or has someone tampered with it? please advise

Accepted Answer

I know this is old thread but the holes are normal. I contacted NOW and they stated the holes are put there to prevent static buildup in the product. NOW received complaints about people opening the canisters and product “jumping” out, causing loss of product. The 5 equidistant holes should be oriented in a pentagon shape. My bottle had the holes in the seal but the other cap was heat sealed.

Question 3

Is this still the india produced powder that now switched to about 6 years back? can i get the old hawiian product again in the 4 pond jug? t

Accepted Answer

its from India

Question 4

How long will a pound of Spirulina powder last?

Accepted Answer

It depends on how much you use... I put a tablespoon in a smoothie every morning and it lasts a month.

ASIN	B000MGR1U4
ASIN	B000MGR1U4
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Allergen-Free
Best Sellers Rank	#44,864 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #56 in Spirulina Herbal Supplements #3,669 in Sales & Deals
Brand Name	NOW
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,282)
Date First Available	May 16, 2008
Department	Health and Beauty>Health and Wellness
Diet Type	Gluten Free
Dosage Form	Powder
Global Trade Identification Number	00733739027146
Item Form	Powder
Item Weight	1.2 pounds
Item model number	2714
Manufacturer	NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness
Manufacturer	NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness
Manufacturer Part Number	2714
Material Features	Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Free, Organic
Model Number	2714
Number of Items	1
Package Quantity	1
Product Dimensions	4.25 x 4.25 x 7 inches; 1.15 pounds
Recommended Uses For Product	Anxiety Relief
Special Ingredients	Spirulina
Supplement Formulation	Individual Supplement
Total Servings Per Container	138
UPC	733739027146
Unit Count	16 Ounce

NOW Supplements, Organic Spirulina Powder, 1 lb

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