Chlorophyll Supplements

Chlorophyll Benefits

You've likely heard of chlorophyll, though you may not know where this amazing molecule comes from or what health benefits it offers. Let’s take a closer look.

In a nutshell, chlorophyll is the pigment that imparts plants with their rich green colour and is responsible for photosynthesis, a vital process by which plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create oxygen and energy in the form of sugar. Indeed, plants use chlorophyll to trap light from the sun that is required for photosynthesis, which is why it’s considered the most powerful chelator in nature. Chlorophyll provides plants with energy, and in turn, when consumed, chlorophyll-rich plants (leafy green vegetables like wheatgrass, barley, alfalfa, and others), provide us with energy.

Chlorophyll is extremely antioxidant-dense and is a rich source of many vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and other key nutrients. Interestingly, chlorophyll also has a molecular structure that closely resembles that of human blood, with only the centre atom being different; in human blood, it is iron, whereas, in chlorophyll, it is magnesium. Unsurprisingly, chlorophyll has been shown to stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood which translates into more oxygen-rich blood, which is why it’s often touted as a blood builder and tonic. It’s also worth noting that oxygen-rich blood bolsters the body’s detoxification potential and helps evacuate toxins.

Health Benefits of Chlorophyll

• Antioxidant Support
• Blood Builder
• Breath Freshener & Deodorant
• Detoxifier
• Immune Stimulant

How Does Chlorophyll Help?

Chlorophyll is a powerful nutrient with a well-deserved reputation as a deodorizer and detoxifier, so is ideal to eradicate bad breath and body odour from the inside out. Further, because it promotes the movement of bile, it helps to clean the liver, bowels, and intestinal tract and eliminate a wide range of toxins. It also helps keep the colon clean and healthy, by keeping disease-causing bacteria at bay, thus boosting immunity, and helping to prevent disease. Because of its dense antioxidant concentration, chlorophyll helps neutralize free radicals to prevent oxidative damage caused by factors such as poor diet, chemicals, UV light exposure, and radiation.

Chlorophyll Supplement Benefits

Because chlorophyll is not very stable and prone to degradation, most of the supplements on the market are in chlorophyllin form, which contains copper instead of magnesium. However, that’s a non-issue as chlorophyllin offers the same health benefits as chlorophyll. Supplements are widely available in concentrated liquids, capsules, and tablets, and chlorophyll is also frequently added to Green Supplements, as well as to many detoxification blends in a wide range of potencies. Typically, chlorophyll is recommended in the 100 to 300 mg daily dosing range (ideally, in divided doses).

Final Thoughts

There are a lot of chlorophyll supplements out there, so it’s important to scrutinize labels closely, to make the best possible selection. Look for a product that is organic and that does third-party testing to ensure you're getting a high-quality product that truly supplies what is indicated on the label. Also, make sure your selected product is free from additives, fillers, or any other unhealthy excipients, as well as added sugars and flavours.