Chlorella is single celled green algae that has gained popularity among various health communities for its detoxification capabilities.  Chlorella is famous for its ability to detoxify heavy metals from the body.

It’s also one of highest sources of chlorophyll in the world.  Human blood and chlorophyll have the same chemical structure which is why foods containing high amounts of chlorophyll are so nourishing for the body.  As the chlorophyll builds the hemoglobin found in the blood, the body will naturally become more oxygenated and better health will result.

Below are the top 5 reasons for incorporating Chlorella into your diet

1. Contains hard to get minerals

Chlorella is a rich source of minerals that are extremely hard to get in today’s diet.  It’s rich in magnesium, zinc, vitamin A, B2, B3 and iron.  It has been estimated that up to 80 percent of the population are not getting the mineral they need.   Chlorella can help naturally build the mineral supply in the body.  Without an adequate supply of minerals, our health suffers tremendously.

2. Natural Source of EPA and DHA

Since Chlorella is not technically a plant, but rather an algae, it contains bio available forms of omega 3.  Unlike plants that contain ALA which needs to be converted by the body into DHA and EPA, Chlorella contains ready to use DHA and EPA.

DHA and EPA are necessary for nervous system and help protect various degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Dementia.   Without an adequate supply of omega 3’s, we put the body at risk for developing these degenerative diseases.  It’s important to note that only animal foods (algae including) contain EPA and DHA.

3. Protects Against Radiation

Studies have shown that Chlorella is excellent at protecting the cells from radiation.  Every day we encounter small amounts of radiation due to modern technology.   If we do not detoxify this radiation properly, we are at risk for developing health complications later in life.  Luckily, Chlorella has been shown to protect the body against radiation due to its high chlorophyll content (1).

4. Helps Support the Immune System

As mentioned before, Chlorella is a natural blood builder which naturally prevents illness in the body.  However, research has also shown that Chlorella supports the “natural killer” cell activity.  This means your body will be better equipped to fight off any foreign invaders that may have entered your system.  Studies revealed that NK cells improved after just 8 weeks of consuming Chlorella (2).

5. Helps Detoxify Heavy Metals

Chlorella is one of the greatest chelation agents in the world.  Its ability to bind to unwanted metals within the body is unmatched when compared to any other food.  Many health enthusiasts will combine both chlorella and cilantro together when removing heavy metals from the body.  Both have been shown to be effective at reducing the heavy metal load in the body (3).

Where to Buy Chlorella?

As with any health food, quality is extremely important.  For this reason, we have found that Triquetra Health is the best Chlorella on the market.  It always comes fresh and its 100% certified organic.  The Chlorella also has its cell wall broken to increase its bio availability.

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