Also indexed as: Chlorella, Wheat Grass
Chlorophyll is the substance responsible for the green color in plants that accomplishes
photosynthesis.
Where is it found?
Good dietary sources of chlorophyll include dark green leafy vegetables, algae (including spirulina and chlorella), wheat grass, and barley
grass. Supplements of chlorophyll as powder, capsules, tablets, and drinks are also
available.
Chlorophyll has been used
in connection with the following conditions (refer to the individual
health concern for complete information):
Who is likely to be deficient?
Because chlorophyll is not known to be an essential nutrient, a deficiency does not exist.
People who do not eat plenty of green foods
lack chlorophyll in their diets.
How much is usually taken?
Optimal levels remain unknown. Chlorophyll in the amount of 100 mg two or three times per
day can be used to treat bad breath.
Are there any side effects or interactions?
No side effects have been reported with the use of chlorophyll.
At the time of writing, there were no well-known drug interactions
with chlorophyll.