Nutrition Stop - Vitamins and Minerals - Chlorella: The Chlorophyll Champ

Chlorella: The Chlorophyll Champ

One of the most ancient algae's on the Earth; these "chlorella," meaning "little green" are known as the "King of Alkaline Forming Foods." Chlorella is a single-celled green algae found in freshwater ponds and lakes and it boasts the highest concentration of chlorophyll of all the Earth's food. Chlorella contains 60% protein, including all essential amino and fatty acids and it is particularly rich in phenylalanine, lysine, and branched chain aminos: leucine, isoleucine, and valine. A whole food, it's one of the highest natural sources of nucleicacides and contains 20 vitamins and minerals including iron, zinc, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, beta carotene, and vitamins A, B-Complex, B12, C, E, and K. Chlorella contains a unique group of substances derived from its nucleus known as chlorella growth factor (CGF), which stimulates the immune system and promotes healing of damaged tissue. Chlorella is truly a green super-food and it is available in tablet and granules.

Benefits of Chlorella

Strengthens the immune system through stimulating T-cells and boosts production of body protecting interferon
Accelerates the healing of wounds, ulcerative colitis, and peptic ulcers and injuries
Affords a degree of protection against toxic pollutants including radiation and dioxin
Reduces cholesterol and protects against atherosclerosis
Protects the liver from damage due to malnutrition and toxins
Helps to regulate digestion and bowel function
Acts as a mild antibiotic
Provides anti-tumor and anti-viral activity
Assists in DNA repair
Helps resist the toxic effects of food-borne bacteria such as E. coli and Listeria monocytogenes.