I’ve been learning about the cultivation of algae and cyanobacteria, and I found this guide to be an interesting read. What do you guys think about algae as a potential sustainable food source?

  • cerement@slrpnk.netEnglish
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    1 year ago
    • there was some scaremongering many years back about viral contamination – currently Wikipedia lists warnings about mycrocystin and heavy metal contamination
    • in 2016, Soylent had to do a recall because users reported gastrointestinal issues with the algal flour
    • which is all to say
      • quality control (of water and feeding) while growing is critical (just like any other food source)
      • and some people’s guts just cannot handle algal proteins (just be cautious of any claims of being a universal food source)
    • PondSkimmer@slrpnk.netOPEnglish
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      1 year ago

      Thanks for the info! I’m definitely cautious of any claims of anything being a universal food source. There are certainly a lot of things my gut can’t tolerate, and I think a diversity of options is the best way to go when providing for people. I think there needs to be more focus on the quality of feed, water, and soil in general in food production.

      Thanks for the informative comment!