A new study conducted by an international team of researchers has unveiled a pioneering approach to boosting the production of active vitamin B12 in Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) using photonic management in scalable photobioreactors. This innovative method could pave the way for Spirulina to become a sustainable and efficient alternative to animal-based sources of vitamin B12, addressing a critical global micronutrient deficiency.

The research, published in the journal Discover Food, demonstrates that specific light conditions in photobioreactors significantly increase the levels of biologically active vitamin B12 in Spirulina. The active vitamin B12 content achieved is comparable to that found in beef, making Spirulina a promising substitute for traditional animal-derived vitamin B12 sources.

The study was conducted by researchers from Reichman University, University of Cambridge, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (Vienna), Ruppin Academic Center, Danish Technological Institute, and MATIS—Food and Biotech Research and Development, Iceland.

Vitamin B12 deficiency affects over a billion people worldwide, leading to serious health issues. This study presents Spirulina as a viable, sustainable alternative to traditional animal sources, reducing environmental impacts from livestock farming.

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