Chlorella is a food with many health benefits, in fact many consider it to be a Superfood. Chlorella is a single-celled algae that can serve as a complete protein source for strict vegetarians. Included in its many health benefits are detoxification, it’s richness in vitamins, minerals and carotenoids and when eaten it has an alkaline effect on the body, helping to counteract the acidic effect of the Standard American Diet. Related post List of top Chlorella brands.
The most well known health benefit of Chlorophyll is it’s role in detoxification. Detoxification. It binds with mercury in the body thus removing it from the system. It has also been found to bind to other heavy metals and can aid in removing certain pollutants and contaminants in the body. Some of the most potent detox effects come from chlorophyll contained in the Chlorella. Chlorophyll is the compound that gives the algae it’s green pigment. Chlorophyll is a potent detoxifier and can inhibit cancer growth in all human organs; the national cancer institute has begun to take notice of this. If you are involved in an intense exercise program, the chlorophyll in Chlorella aids your body in removing the by-products of strenuous exercise from your cells.
