Sunday, July 7, 2013

Chlorella

Chlorella is a single cell alga that is loaded with nutrients including vitamin B, magnesium, organic iron and other trace elements. Many strict vegetarians rely on Chlorella and other seaweed and algae for protein and vitamin B. Chlorella contains more pantothenic acid than any other natural source. Chlorella also has high concentration of chlorophyll which has remarkable cleansing properties for body detoxification. 

Effective for: 
  • Colitis 
  • Crohn’s disease 
  • Detoxification of heavy metals 
  • Diverticulosis 
  • Facial cleanser 
  • Reducing high cholesterol 
  • Ulcers 

Supplements: 
Chlorella supplement is available in health food stores either as powder or tablets. 

Recommended Dose: 
  • For general health ½ teaspoon of chlorella per day 
  • For high cholesterol 5 gm daily for three months 
  • For other conditions mentioned above 1-2 teaspoons daily 

Side effects and precautions: 
Chlorella is mostly safe to use. The most common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, gas, green discoloration of the stool and stomach cramping especially in the first week of use.

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