Spirulina as adjuvant therapy? Reduction of cytokines and inflammation

Disease-modifying therapies reduce relapse rates in multiple sclerosis. However, they often only incompletely address the aspects of oxidative stress and long-term neurodegeneration. Spirulina, a microalgae, is known for its strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties due to its richness in phycocyanin, phenolic compounds and omega-3 fatty acids.