Chlorophyll, the green pigment in plants and algae, is in a way the origin of the evolution of life on Earth.
Green plants and algae produce chlorophyll to harness the sun’s rays and convert them into energy, not only for themselves but for all herbivorous animals on the planet.
You could say that chlorophyll is “concentrated sunlight” that you can eat.
5 benefits of eating more chlorophyll
Chlorophyll is a powerful antioxidant and is rich in vitamins A, C, E, and K as well as the minerals calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron.
This green super nutrient helps us, among other things, to:
- Increase the production of red blood cells that transport oxygen throughout the body. This is because chlorophyll has a similar chemical structure to hemoglobin.
- Counteract bad breath by disinfecting and restoring the digestive tract and protecting us from various toxins from the environment and other foods.
- Reduce the risk of digestive diseases and various types of inflammatory conditions.
- Slow down the aging process by combating free radicals in synergy with other antioxidants.
- Regulate hunger sensations and thereby help us maintain a healthy weight.
How can you get more chlorophyll in your daily life?
Vegetables highest in chlorophyll
Simple, eat more greens!
Here is a list of some of the most chlorophyll-rich vegetables we can consume:
- Spinach
- Parsley
- Broccoli
- Arugula
- Kale
- Bok choy
- Romaine lettuce
- Green pea shoots
- Sunflower shoots
- Green olives
- Brussels sprouts
Chlorophyll supplements
- Chlorophyll
- Wheatgrass juice
- Barley grass juice
- Chlorella
- Afa algae
- Spirulina
- Moringa
To really get started with chlorophyll intake, we recommend making it part of your daily routine.
Here you can find wonderful spirulina recipes.
