Spirulina was a healthy green snack that the Incas used to enjoy, and now the edible algae is grown on Bangkok rooftops as a nutritious alternative to meat protein. EnerGaia representatives told AFP that rooftops are an excellent venue for growing the algae because the high temperatures and constant sunlight helps it to grow. And grow it does. While one kilogram of beef requires six months to turn into protein, just one week is all the spirulina needs. Read the rest of EnerGaia Grows Algae for Eating on Rooftops in Bangkok Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: algae , bangkok rooftops , Botanical , edible algae , EnerGaia , green algae , health food , incas , meat alternatives , protein for vegans and vegetarians , rooftop farming , Spirulina , superfood , Thailand , Urban Farming
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EnerGaia Grows Algae for Eating on Rooftops in Bangkok