Chlorella is a single-cell green algae which is part of Chlorophyta family. Chlorella contains a fibrous and indigestible outer shell and inner nutrients. The dried Chlorella contains about 45% protein, 20% fat, 20% carbohydrate, 5% fibre, and 10% minerals and vitamins. Therefore many people believe it is an attractive food source because it is high in protein and other essential nutrients. More importantly many of its health benefits have been discovered by researchers around the world.
Cleansing blood and carrying oxygen
Chlorella can carry away metabolic wastes from our blood because its fibrous material can bind with heavy metals and pesticides which can accumulate in our blood. A clean bloodstream with an abundance of red blood cells to carry oxygen is essential for our body to function properly. In addition Chlorella is rich in Chlorophyll. Chlorophyll is very similar to haemoglobin, a protein found in the red blood cells. Haemoglobin can carry oxygen thus "fueling" all over our body. So Chlorophyll can also carry oxygen in blood around our body and our brain. The only difference between Chlorophyll and haemoglobin is: there is a magnesium molecule at Chlorophyll's centre; whereas there is an iron molecule at the centre of haemoglobin. The magnesium content is important for our heart to properly beat every time. In addition Chlorophyll can help producing red blood cells, so some scientists have already suggested using chlorophyll to treat anaemia.
Improve digestion
Enzymes are important substances in our body. Chlorella contains chlorophyllase and pepsin that are digestive enzymes. Chlorella has many different types of enzymes that our bodies need. It has been found that using Chlorella can improve foul smelling stools. In addition it also has been found that chlorophyll can help relieving constipation.
Balance PH value
Our body must maintain a balance between alkaline and acid, and such balance should be neutral, with PH values around 7.2-7.4. Unfortunately most of us take overcooked, processed foods, fast food, and soft drinks (a pH of 2.7) every day, most of our PH values are not balanced. An acidic environment can lead to many diseases, however, such disease will not likely start in an alkaline environment. Chlorella is Alkaline. Therefore eating Chlorella can help us to maintain a neutral PH value.
Normalize blood sugar and balance blood pressure
Researchers have revealed that chlorella can also help normalize our blood sugar in cases of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Right levels of blood sugar are essential to keep our brain, our heat, and our energy metabolism functioning properly. In addition, High blood pressure is one of the major risk factors in heart attack and stroke. Studies have shown that regular use of chlorella reduces high blood pressure and prevents strokes in rats.
Organic Chlorella Powder
Organic chlorella powder can be consumed by adults, the elderly and children aged over two years. It contains all the components essential to life. A daily dose of 3-4 grams Chlorella powder is recommended. It is best taken about half an hour before meals for the optimum digestive benefits.
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