Chlorella is a type of algae that grows in fresh water. The whole plant is used to make nutritional supplements and medicine. As a medicine, chlorella is used for preventing cancer, reducing radiation treatment side effects, stimulating the immune system, improving response to flu vaccine, increasing white blood cell counts (especially in people with HIV infection or cancer), preventing colds, protecting the body against toxic metals such as lead and mercury, and slowing the aging process. Chlorella is also used to increase “good” bacteria in the intestine in order to improve digestion; and to help treat ulcers, colitis, Crohn’s disease, and diverticulosis.
Chlorella is a good source of protein, fats, carbohydrates, fiber, chlorophyll, vitamins, and minerals. Chlorella is used to prevent low levels of iron during pregnancy. It is also used for depression, menstrual cramps, fibromyalgia, high cholesterol, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support many of these uses.
- Cancer
- Common cold
- Constipation
- Diverticular disease
- Fibromyalgia
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Metabolic syndrome
- Pancreatitis
- Viral hepatitis
Caution:
The high iodine content in chlorella may pose a risk to people with thyroid disease, given that excess intake of iodine can cause a worsening of hyperthyroid symptoms or an “iodine crash” in people with hypothyroidism.
Chlorella is generally considered safe and well-tolerated. Though, chlorella can cause side effects, especially during the first few weeks of consumption. These include:
- Flatulence
- Green discoloration of stools
- Nausea
- Stomach cramps
- Diarrhea
Other Names:
Algue Verte d’Eau Douce, Bulgarian Chlorella, Bulgarian Green Algae, Chinese Chlorella, Chlorella Algae, Chlorella pyrenoidosa, Chlorella vulgaris, Chlorelle, Clorela, Freshwater Green Algae, Freshwater Seaweed, Green Alga, Green Algae, Japanese Chlorella, Seaweed, Yaeyama Chlorella, chlorella powder
Safety Information:
- For Natural Taste & Freshness, Keep it in cool and dry place.
- Avoid direct Sunlight & Do not Refrigerate.
- Store the contents in an Airtight Container after opening the package.
- All herbal medicine should be used under Medical Supervision only.
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