Also known asChlorella vulgaris, Chlorella pyrendoidosa, and Yaeyama ChlorellaIntroductionChlorella is a single celled algae that some scientists believe may be among the Earth’s oldest living organisms, but it was only in the 1960’s that Japanese scientists began to study chlorella as a tool of good health. Natural health enthusiasts know chlorella well as an excellent source of general nutrition. The Chlorella offered by Our Sacred Garden has a cracked outer cell wall which is broken by a high impact cryogenic jet-spray process that pulverizes the algae wall for enhanced digestability. It is grown in outdoor secluded ponds in one of Japan’s two primary reef areas and is fully protected from industrial pollutants.Constituents (per 100 g)Moisture- 4.4%Protein- 68.3 gTotal lipid (fat)- 11%Carbohydrate- 5.4%Fiber- 5%Chlorophyll- 3,420 mgCGF- 18.8%Calcium- 190 mgIron- 139 mgMagnesium- 308 mgPhosphorus- 895 mgPotassium- 864 mgVitamin A- 40,200 iuVitamin E- 17.2 mgVitamin C- 91 mgand over 18 beneficial amino acidsParts UsedThe entire plant, dried. The cell wall is practically impenetrable and indigestible in most regards. When purchasing Chlorella, make sure the outer cell wall has either been cracked or opened.Typical PreparationsThe powder can be added to drinks and smoothies, or may also be made into capsules or extracts.PrecautionsAs a precaution, if you use chlorella every day, take a vitamin B capsule at least once a week as some European studies showed that Chlorella may weaken Vitamin B supplies in the body. Some individuals have experienced stomach discomfort after using Chlorella. If you experience symptoms of stomach discomfort discontinue using immediately.For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Your browser does not support JavaScript.To view this page, enable JavaScript if it is disabled or upgrade your browser.