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Quest Vitamins LTD,
8 Venture Way,
Aston Science Park,
Birmingham,
B7 4AP.
Tel: 0121 359 0056
Fax: 0121 359 0313
Email: info@questvitamins.co.uk
Registered in England No. 2530437
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Chlorella Supplements
DESCRIPTION
A single-celled green algae, chlorella is a rich source of protein, chlorophyll, and Amino Acids. It may be effective for enhancing the Immune System, Digestive System, detoxification and healing mechanisms. It may even help promote longevity.
SUGGESTED INTAKES
For prevention purposes, 3-4 g daily (15-20 tablets).
For prescription purposes, 5-6 g daily (25-30 tablets).
(1 g = 5 tablets)
SUPPLEMENTAL USES
Immune system health:
Chlorella can boost Immune System functions in the following ways. It can stimulate macrophages, increasing their production as well as their ingestion rate of foreign substances. Chlorella also stimulates T-lymphocytes, important for antibody immunity. (1)
Detoxification:
Chlorella can stimulate the body’s detoxification systems. In the intestines, chlorella forms complexes with heavy metals such as cadmium, lead, and mercury, inactivating them. Chlorella can also detoxify P.C.B., ethionine, pesticides, insecticides, hydrocarbons, and radioactive substances. In the liver, chlorella enhances its ability to detoxify alcohol and enthionine. In the bowels, chlorella destroys bacteria that cause gas and odours. (2)
Wounds and Burns:
Green plant extracts can induce the growth of new Skin tissue in Wounds.
Ulcers:
In Japan, chlorella is commonly used to treat duodenal Ulcers and Gastritis.
Growth rates:
Chlorella may also promote growth rates in school children, as demonstrated in a study in Japan. However, positive results were only seen in the boys.
Chlorella has also been shown to lower blood pressure (3) and decrease cholesterol levels.
SAFETY
Mild side effects, such as Bloating, nausea, and allergic reactions may occur. Otherwise, chlorella is quite safe.
INTERACTION AND CONTRA-INDICATIONS
There are no known drug interactions or contra-indications for chlorella.
REFERENCES
1. Hamada, Yamazaki, et.al. Immune responsiveness of tumor-bearing host and trial of modulation. Kanazawa Med. Univ, 10(Suppl), 205-210, 1985.
2. Hagino, et.al. Effect of chlorella on fecal and urinary cadmium excretion in ‘itai’itai. Japanese J. Hyg., 30(1),77,1975.
3. Okamoto, K., Y. Iizuka, et. al. Effects of Chlorella alkali extract on blood pressure in SHR. Jpn. Heart Journal, 19(4), 622-623, 1978.
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