A type of algae and a great natural source of protein, vitamin D2, vitamin B12, iron and potassium. It also helps cleanse and detox the body.
Origin
China
Concerns
- Nutrient Deficiency
- Low Immunity
- Heavy Metals
- Anaemia
- B12 Deficiency
Benefits
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Due to its high mineral content, it has even been shown to help reverse the risk of anaemia in pregnant women as well as improve the vitamin B12 status of vegetarians and vegans. It has also been known to help remove heavy metals and other toxins in the body. Some of the other functions of chlorella include improving immune function and improving aerobic endurance.
Research and studies
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Plant Foods for Human Nutrition
Chlorella pyrenoidosa reduces the risk of anemia, proteinuria and edema in pregnant women
Journal of Medicinal Food
Nutritional supplementation with Chlorella pyrenoidosa lowers serum methylmalonic acid in vegans and vegetarians with a suspected vitamin B12 deficiency
Nutrition Journal
Beneficial immunostimulatory effect of short-term chlorella supplementation: enhancement of natural killer cell activity and early inflammatory response (Randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial)
Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition
Chlorella-derived multicomponent supplementation increases aerobic endurance capacity in young individuals
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