The Benefits of Chlorella

If you were told to consume fresh water blue-green algae, you’d probably think…yuk, right? But this single-celled green plant is one of the most nutrient dense foods in the world, so here’s why you should be adding Chlorella to your diet…

Nutrient content

Chlorella is not only the largest dietary source of chlorophyll, it also contains an abundance of vitamins (D, E, C, B6, B12) and minerals (Iron, Pantothenic acid, Potassium, Iodine, Manganese), all of which are essential for antioxidant functions within the body. This nutritional powerhouse is one of the richest sources of amino acids, beta carotene and nucleic acids making it one of the most complete, vegan friendly sources of protein available.

Vitamin D 600 ug (RI 15000%)

Vitamin E 3.25 mg (RI 27%)

Vitamin C 21.4 mg (RI 27%)

Thiamin 0.36 mg (RI 33%)

Riboflavin 1.25 mg (RI 89%)

Niacin 13 mg (RI 81%)

Vitamin B6 0.48 mg (RI 34%)

Vitamin B12 60 ug (RI 2400%)

Biotin 32 ug (RI 64%)

Panthothenic Acid 2.6 mg (RI 104%)

Potassium 671.1 mg (RI 34%)

Phosphorus 1200 mg (RI 171%)

Iron 101.3 mg (RI 724%)

Manganese 4.24mg (RI 21.2%)

Iodine 1000 ug (RI 667%)

Chlorophyll 2580mg

Purifies the blood

This beautiful green substance has been found to play a fundamental role in helping to remove methylmercury (metal found in seafood), from the blood stream. The fresh water algae bind to unwanted metals and toxins flushing them out of the body through excretory channels.

Not only does it purify the blood, it oxygenates it too. The high chlorophyll content of chlorella, which is very similar to haemoglobin, mimics the action of haem by transporting oxygen around the body.

Lowers cholesterol

Over half of the UK population is currently suffering from high cholesterol, a condition which is often attributed to lifestyle factors such as diet, lack of sleep and inactivity. Chlorella supplementation has been found to positively alter lipid profiles in those with raised cholesterol, by reducing low density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglyceride levels (the bad cholesterol) within the blood. By adding just 5g/day of this green algae to your diet you could benefit from these fantastic cholesterol combating effects.

Improves digestion

The way in which Chlorella works is pretty clever; it differentiates between the good and bad bacteria in the stomach, promoting healthy flora growth whilst actively removing bad toxins from the body. Enzymes within chlorella help multiply friendly lactic bacteria in your gut and its high fibre content helps to regulate bowel movements, improving digestion which in turn, flushes (pardon the pun) out the bad toxins!

Aids pH balance

Chlorella has been found to promote a healthy pH of around 7.5, making it an awesome alkalising agent, thanks to the help of chlorophyll. This micro alga can help neutralise acid conditions within the intestinal tract to reducing the risk of digestive disorders such as reflux and bloating.

Try adding a scoop of MyVitamins Chlorella to a fruit smoothie for a yummy way to incorporate it into your diet, try this one: