Overview
A freshwater algae with a unique fibrous cell wall that binds to heavy metals (mercury, lead) and pesticides in the digestive tract, preventing their absorption. It is also rich in chlorophyll and nucleic acids.
Health Goals Impacted 1
This item supports, tracks, or is required for the following health goals:
Binds heavy metals in the gut.
Chlorella acts as an "intestinal broom." Its tough outer cell wall binds to heavy metals like mercury, lead, and cadmium, preventing them from being reabsorbed. It is often used alongside cilantro to mobilize and excrete metals safely.
However, quality matters: because it binds metals so well, it must be grown in pristine water conditions, or it will already be contaminated before you take it.