Question

People recovering from long illness are often advised to include the alga Spirulina in their diet because it–

• A. Make the food easy to digest
• B. Is rich in proteins
• C. Has antibiotic properties
• D. Restores the intestinal microflora

Answer 1

The correct option is B Is rich in proteins

Spirulina (BGA or blue-green alga) is a rich source of protein, many vitamins, especially B-complex and minerals. Hence, doctors often advise the patients to take spirulina in their diet for recovery.
So, the correct answer is' rich in proteins'.