Spirulina Cultivation Method Yields Biologically Active Vitamin B12

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Published: 2026-08-30
Category: science
Source: ScienceDaily
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Researchers have successfully cultivated Spirulina algae to produce biologically active vitamin B12 at levels comparable to beef. By controlling light during growth, scientists overcame the issue of conventional Spirulina containing unusable B12. This carbon-neutral system offers a potentially sustainable, plant-based source for the essential vitamin.

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