Chlorella explained: what it is and its nutrients
The NIH says chlorella is a freshwater green alga that contains protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, carotenes and chlorophyll, with a high vitamin K content. One of the products we reviewed lists chlorella, and no label prints its individual amount.
- In the products we reviewed
- 1, its label does not print the amount
What chlorella is
How much chlorella each product gives
Amount not printed: the dashed line shows the most it can be, the whole blend
Before you take it
Side effects
- Chlorella can cause nausea, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, gas and green stools.1
- Allergic reactions, including asthma and anaphylaxis, have been reported in people taking Chlorella or preparing its tablets.1
- Reactions involving sensitivity to light have occurred after taking Chlorella.1
- Green discoloration of breastmilk has been reported.1
Ask a doctor first
- Ask your healthcare provider for breastfeeding advice specific to your situation.1
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. A supplement is not a medicine.
The product we reviewed that lists chlorella
| Product | Form and serving | Chlorella per serving | Our score | Price a bottle | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 DentiCore#4 in oral health support | Soft tablets1 tablet | Not printedIn a 120 mg proprietary blend | 8.9 | $49 | Check price |
Questions people ask
What is chlorella?
Chlorella is a freshwater green alga, according to the NIH. The NIH says it contains protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, carotenes and chlorophyll, and has a high vitamin K content.
Which supplements contain chlorella?
DentiCore is the product we reviewed that lists chlorella. Its soft tablets list chlorella inside a 120 mg proprietary blend, without printing chlorella's individual amount. The serving is 1 tablet.
What are chlorella's side effects?
Chlorella can cause nausea, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, gas and green stools. Green discoloration of breastmilk has also been reported.
Is chlorella safe?
Chlorella has reported side effects and allergic reactions, including asthma and anaphylaxis. Sensitivity to light has also occurred after taking chlorella. If you are breastfeeding, ask a clinician for advice specific to your situation before starting chlorella.
Sources
The products, amounts and prices come from each product's label and checkout, as its review shows them. AI drafts our pages from listed sources, figures are checked against them, and we have not tried the products.
- 1NIH LactMed, Chlorellancbi.nlm.nih.gov/bookschecked