“Effect of Spirulina on Anthropometry and Bio-Chemical Parameters in School Children”

An experimental study was conducted to study the effect of spirulina on anthropometric parameters and the bio-chemical parameters before and after its use as nutritional supplement in school children.The study was conducted in a residential girl's school in the age group between 11 to 13 years.Three capsules of spirulina were given during dinner time for 3 months.At the initial survey and at the end of 6 th month the anthropometric and bio-chemical findings were recorded.Blood samples were taken to analyse hemoglobin (Hb), serum ferrtin, serum zinc, serum protein and serum albumin levels at 0, 3 and 6 months.Result: There was a significant increase in anthropometric measurements and Hemoglobin, serum ferrtin, serum zinc, serum protein and serum albumin levels in the study sample after 6 months. Conclusion:The anthropometric and bio-chemical parameters improved after the use of spirulina. I.