Chlorophyll - What is it, and Why you should add it to your diet
- racheldcrosby
- Mar 20, 2023
- 2 min read
Does the body need chlorophyll?
The short answer, YES
Now for the long answer.
What is chlorophyll?
It is a pigment that gives vegetation a green color.
It is also a supplement that is becoming widely popular amongst health influencers.
Benefits;
It can help boost the immune system- it helps the production of white blood cells and protects the body from free radicals.
Whole body deodorant- chlorophyll has been shown the help with the body odors of those living in nursing homes. It is also being added to mouthwashes and deodorants.
May increase energy- chlorophyll may help with the production of red blood cells and these cells are responsible for carrying oxygen needed for energy production throughout the body.
Wound healing- there are studies that show that chlorophyll may reduce inflammation and bacterial growth in skin wounds.
Acne- there are a few supplements on the market that are now beginning to include chlorophyllin in their formulas.
Ways to get chlorophyll in your diet;
There are many different ways to get this into your regular diet and a few of those include;
Eating green vegetables
Juicing vegetables if you are not a greens eater
Taking supplements in liquid, powder, or pill form
And adding greens like spinach and sprouts to a smoothie
How much do we need?
Research says that we need 100 - 300 mg of chlorophyll daily.
Side Effects;
From what the research shows there are mostly no side effects other than possible nausea and or diarrhea
So have I sold you? Are you going to add chlorophyll to your daily lifestyle?
* This is not medical advice and you should consult with your primary doctor before starting a new therapy. *
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