Chlorella, the properties and benefits of the algae for health - ilGiornale.it

2022-08-20 00:14:25 By : Ms. Summer Liu

You are using Internet Eplorer: it is a very old browser, not secure, and no longer supported even by Microsoft itself, which created it.Please use a modern browser such as Edge, Firefox, Chrome or any of the others available for free.Detoxifies the body, strengthens the immune system, lowers blood pressure.There are many virtues of this superfoodChlorella (scientific name Chlorella Pyrodemosa) is a single-celled freshwater microalgae belonging to the Chlorophyte family.There are more than thirty species, however only two types (Chlorella vulgaris and Chlorella pyrenoidosa) are used for their beneficial properties.The term derives from the union of the Greek word "chloros" meaning "green" and the Latin suffix "ella" meaning "small".In fact, chlorella is characterized by its microscopic size and by the intense greenish shades due to the high concentration of chlorophyll.The alga of health, as it is often called, appeared about two million years ago, but was only discovered in 1890 by the Japanese who are currently the first producers and exporters in the world.Its production is also notable in China and Korea.Like spirulina, chlorella is considered a real superfood.Let's find out together what benefits it brings to the body.The innumerable properties of chlorella are due to its particular composition.However, it is good to remember that, since it has a cell wall that is impossible to digest, it must be taken as a supplement in the form of capsules, powder, tablets and extracts.Seaweed contains vitamins:The benefits of chlorella are numerous.Chlorophyll, lutein and vitamin C stand out in its composition, all substances with remarkable antioxidant properties.A study has shown that algae is able to slow down the aging process of genes and to reduce the harmful action of oxidative stress, especially in smokers.The high amount of iron makes the algae ideal for counteracting the deficiency of this mineral, especially typical of those who follow particular diets (vegetarians, vegans) and women with heavy menstruation.Furthermore, its consumption is indicated for all those who are subject to decreases in mental concentration and for athletes who need more energy.Furthermore, the chlorophyll present in considerable doses strengthens the immune system and chlorellin has an antibiotic activity.Chlorella is known above all for its ability to purify the body by removing heavy metals (mercury, nickel, arsenic, aluminum) guilty of intoxication that occur with skin rashes, depression, joint pain, hyperactivity, nausea and vomiting.It acts as a chelator, that is, it binds to toxic substances and removes them with the faeces.Finally, its effects on blood pressure are noteworthy.According to research, its regular intake is able to lower the values ​​of the systolic pressure, the so-called maximum.Before taking chlorella it is always advisable to ask your doctor or trusted herbalist for advice.Its consumption, in the form of capsules, powder, tablets and extracts should not exceed two consecutive months and is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women, in case of immunodeficiency and autoimmune diseases.Particular attention must be paid to individuals with thyroid problems due to the presence of iodine.In the early stages it is not uncommon to experience side effects such as nausea, diarrhea and general malaise.These are believed to be symptoms related to algae detoxification and, as such, are considered physiological.To mitigate them, it is possible to correct the dosages and in case of duration of the symptoms it is recommended to consult your doctor.Sorry, you need to enable javascript in order to proceed.