What is Chlorella?

Chlorella is the source of all plant life on Earth

Chlorella is a spherical or oval, single-celled freshwater algae and is one of the oldest organisms on earth. It is believed that chlorella originated around 2 billion years ago. The tiny algae, which mainly lives in lakes or rivers, is therefore often considered the ‘source of life’. This microalgae combines all biological life functions in its cell and uses photosynthesis to grow. The tiny chlorella algae is at the beginning of the food chain in standing and flowing waters and thus supports countless living beings on Earth. Chlorella algae are so small that they cannot be seen with the naked eye, which is why they were not discovered until the end of the 19th century.  

There are about 20 different species of chlorella, each with a variety of strains that vary greatly in shape and nutrient content.


Chlorella - "the little green one":

The word "chloros" comes from Greek and means "green", while the diminutive ending “ella” comes from Latin. The name Chlorella therefore means "little green one".

 
chloros (= green, greek) + ella (= little, latin) = Chlorella 
 

What is Chlorella?

Chlorella is the source of all plant life on Earth

Chlorella is a spherical or oval, single-celled freshwater algae and is one of the oldest organisms on earth. It is believed that chlorella originated around 2 billion years ago. The tiny algae, which mainly lives in lakes or rivers, is therefore often considered the ‘source of life’. This microalgae combines all biological life functions in its cell and uses photosynthesis to grow. The tiny chlorella algae is at the beginning of the food chain in standing and flowing waters and thus supports countless living beings on Earth. Chlorella algae are so small that they cannot be seen with the naked eye, which is why they were not discovered until the end of the 19th century.  

There are about 20 different species of chlorella, each with a variety of strains that vary greatly in shape and nutrient content.


Chlorella - "the little green one":

The word "chloros" comes from Greek and means "green", while the diminutive ending “ella” comes from Latin. The name Chlorella therefore means "little green one".

 
chloros (= green, greek) + ella (= little, latin) = Chlorella 
 

A tiny green one 

Chlorella is an almost completely spherical, single-celled green algae with a diameter of 3 to 8 μm. This tiny organism is only about the size of a human red blood cell. Therefore, a single chlorella algae cannot be seen with the naked eye.

A tiny green one


Chlorella is an almost completely spherical, single-celled green algae with a diameter of 3 to 8 μm. This tiny organism is only about the size of a human red blood cell. Therefore, a single chlorella algae cannot be seen with the naked eye.

The life cycle of Chlorella

Chlorella grows extremely fast

Ordinary animal and plant cells, including those of humans, reproduce by binary fission. Chlorella, however, repeats cell division at the rapid rate of four divisions in just 20 hours. This makes Chlorella algae a unique survivor. Due to this rapid cell division, the small amount of space required for cultivation and the high protein content, chlorella is more ecologically interesting than ever. Chlorella requires only one-twentieth of the area for the same protein production as soybeans.

The life cycle of Chlorella

Chlorella grows extremely fast

Ordinary animal and plant cells, including those of humans, reproduce by binary fission. Chlorella, however, repeats cell division at the rapid rate of four divisions in just 20 hours. This makes Chlorella algae a unique survivor. Due to this rapid cell division, the small amount of space required for cultivation and the high protein content, chlorella is more ecologically interesting than ever. Chlorella requires only one-twentieth of the area for the same protein production as soybeans.

Der Lebenszyklus von Chlorella

Chlorella wächst rasend schnell
Gewöhnliche tierische und pflanzliche Zellen, einschließlich derjenigen des Menschen, vermehren sich durch Zweiteilung. Chlorella jedoch wiederholt die Zellteilung mit der rasanten Geschwindigkeit von vier Teilungen in nur 20 Stunden. Das macht die Chlorella-Alge zu einem einzigartigen Überlebenskünstler. Aufgrund dieser schnellen Zellteilung, des geringen Platzbedarfs beim Anbau und dem hohen Gehalt an Proteinen ist Chlorella ökologisch interessanter denn je. Chlorella benötigt nur ein Zwanzigstel der Fläche für die gleiche Protein-Produktion wie Sojabohnen.

The discovery of
chlorella-algae

Only discovered under the microscope in the 19th century
1890

In 1890, Dutch scientist Prof. Beijerinck discovered chlorella algae – a small, beautiful green plant that could just about be seen under the microscopes of the time. He gave this tiny algae the name “chlorella” – meaning “little green one”. 

It was not until 1940 that Nobel Prize winner Otto Warburg made chlorella algae the subject of intensive scientific research. Warburg was particularly interested in the biochemical mechanisms of photosynthesis. Immediately after the Second World War, chlorella algae became the focus of scientific attention due to its extremely high amino acid content, with the aim of developing new sources of protein for the population.

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The discovery of
Chlorella-algae

Only discovered under the microscope in the 19th century
1890

In 1890, Dutch scientist Prof. Beijerinck discovered chlorella algae – a small, beautiful green plant that could just about be seen under the microscopes of the time. He gave this tiny algae the name “chlorella” – meaning “little green one”. 

It was not until 1940 that Nobel Prize winner Otto Warburg made chlorella algae the subject of intensive scientific research. Warburg was particularly interested in the biochemical mechanisms of photosynthesis. Immediately after the Second World War, chlorella algae became the focus of scientific attention due to its extremely high amino acid content, with the aim of developing new sources of protein for the population.


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Chlorella is a
natural superfood

Full of valuable nutrients

Chlorella algae are an excellent source of protein. With a protein content of around 60%, they far exceed beef or chicken. The biological value of the protein from chlorella algae has been proven to be very high. The amino acid score (AAS), a parameter used to assess the nutritional quality of protein, is around 89% for chlorella, which even exceeds the AAS of soy, which is around 86%.
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Chlorella is packed with nutrients


But chlorella has much more to offer. This microalgae is an excellent source of minerals and vitamins. The freshwater algae contains calcium, magnesium, iron, silicon, zinc, chromium, copper, manganese and sulphur, among other things. It also contains vitamins D and K, vitamin E, provitamin A, B vitamins, biotin, folic acid and omega-3 and omega-5 fatty acids.


Ideal for vegans and vegetarians


Chlorella also contains methylated vitamin B12, which is highly bioavailable in this form. Chlorella can usually meet the vitamin B12 requirements of people with impaired liver function or vegetarians and vegans, who often consume little vitamin B12.

Micro- and macronutrients in their natural composition, such as those found in chlorella algae, are almost always more easily absorbed by our bodies than those found in conventional multivitamin supplements. These dietary supplements often contain synthetically produced or previously isolated, extracted individual nutrients. It is not without reason that chlorella algae is often referred to as a natural superfood.

Chlorella is a natural superfood

Packed with valuable nutrients

 
Chlorella algae are an excellent source of protein. With a protein content of around 60%, they far exceed beef or chicken. The biological value of the protein from chlorella algae has been proven to be very high. The amino acid score (AAS), a parameter used to assess the nutritional quality of protein, is around 89% for chlorella, which even exceeds the AAS of soy, which is around 86%.
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Chlorella is a source of minerals & vitamins


But chlorella has much more to offer. This microalgae is an excellent source of minerals and vitamins. The freshwater algae contains calcium, magnesium, iron, silicon, zinc, chromium, copper, manganese and sulphur, among other things. It also contains vitamins D and K, vitamin E, provitamin A, B vitamins, biotin, folic acid and omega-3 and omega-5 fatty acids.


Ideal for vegans and vegetarians


Chlorella also contains methylated vitamin B12, which is highly bioavailable in this form. Chlorella can usually meet the vitamin B12 requirements of people with impaired liver function or vegetarians and vegans, who often consume little vitamin B12.

Micro- and macronutrients in their natural composition, such as those found in chlorella algae, are almost always more easily absorbed by our bodies than those found in conventional multivitamin supplements. These dietary supplements often contain synthetically produced or previously isolated, extracted individual nutrients. It is not without reason that chlorella algae is often referred to as a natural superfood.
Chlorella contains all the amino acids found in breast milk. The higher the amino acid content, the more valuable the chlorella algae. The mineral content is also particularly high. This depends on the water used to grow and nourish the chlorella algae. In southern Japan, where the Chlorenergy variety is cultivated, the water contains a particularly high amount of natural minerals."
 
Dr Dietrich Klinghardt

Chlorella contains all the amino acids found in breast milk. The higher the amino acid content, the more valuable the chlorella algae. The mineral content is also particularly high. This depends on the water used to grow and nourish the chlorella algae. In southern Japan, where the Chlorenergy variety is cultivated, the water contains a particularly high amount of natural minerals."
 
Dr Dietrich Klinghardt

Chlorella binds toxins

Chlorella can help detoxify our bodies


The freshwater algae Chlorella has the beneficial property of being able to bind metals and chemical pollutants in its outer cell wall through a process known as biosorption. The specific Chlorella vulgaris extract CVE is obtained during a phase of rapid cell division and proliferation. CVE is not only capable of binding lead, but also of removing methylmercury, the most toxic form of mercury.


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Chlorella gently cleanses our body


We ingest toxins every day, whether through the air, water or food. Everything we put into our bodies today contains toxins and pollutants in varying concentrations. These toxins and pollutants accumulate in our bodies – they are deposited there, so to speak. Chlorella has been proven to bind these dangerous substances and excrete them through the intestines. In this way, chlorella cleanses and detoxifies our bodies with lasting effects. 

When taken regularly, chlorella can help keep our body cells clean, healthy and strong by comprehensively detoxifying the body. 

Chlorella binds toxins

Chlorella can help detoxify our bodies

The freshwater algae Chlorella has the beneficial property of being able to bind metals and chemical pollutants in its outer cell wall through a process known as biosorption. The specific Chlorella vulgaris extract CVE is obtained during a phase of rapid cell division and proliferation. CVE is not only capable of binding lead, but also of removing methylmercury, the most toxic form of mercury.


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Chlorella gently detoxifies our body


We ingest toxins every day, whether through the air, water or food. Everything we put into our bodies today contains toxins and pollutants in varying concentrations. These toxins and pollutants accumulate in our bodies – they are deposited there, so to speak. Chlorella has been proven to bind these dangerous substances and excrete them through the intestines. In this way, chlorella cleanses and detoxifies our bodies with lasting effects. 

When taken regularly, chlorella can help keep our body cells clean, healthy and strong by comprehensively detoxifying the body. 
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A unique strain of chlorella from Japan that is well tolerated by most people.

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Probably the best chlorella in the world

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A unique strain of chlorella from Japan that is well tolerated by most people.

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Chlorella contains the most chlorophyll

More Chlorophyll than spirulina or barley grass

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Chlorophyll is the substance produced in plants when solar energy is converted through photosynthesis. The process of photosynthesis occurs naturally with the help of the entire spectrum of sunlight. Like most plants, chlorella algae contain both chlorophyll A and chlorophyll B.

 

Chlorophyll brings sunlight into our cells


You could say that chlorophyll brings sunlight into the cells. And this has many positive effects on health. Chlorophyll is known to cleanse blood vessels and increase haemoglobin levels in the blood. Studies have also shown that chlorophyll even detoxifies the highly carcinogenic dioxin and generally acts as a powerful antioxidant.

Compared to other green superfoods, chlorella algae have the highest chlorophyll content: chlorella contains five times as much chlorophyll as spirulina and up to twelve times as much chlorophyll as barley grass. This microalgae can therefore be considered the best source of chlorophyll.

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Chlorella grown using natural sunlight


In order to enjoy the maximum benefits of chlorophyll, it is essential to choose chlorella algae that has been grown in a natural environment: with natural, clean air, pure water and natural sunlight. Chlorella produced in indoor glass tubes is sometimes less contaminated with pollutants because it grows in a completely shielded environment, but it does not develop the same plant protection substances as chlorella algae grown in exposed tanks, such as Chlorenergy®.

Chlorella contains the most Chlorophyll

More Chlorophyll than spirulina or barley grass

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Chlorophyll is the substance produced in plants when solar energy is converted through photosynthesis. The process of photosynthesis occurs naturally with the help of the entire spectrum of sunlight. Like most plants, chlorella algae contain both chlorophyll A and chlorophyll B.

Chlorophyll brings sunlight into our cells


You could say that chlorophyll brings sunlight into the cells. And this has many positive effects on health. Chlorophyll is known to cleanse blood vessels and increase haemoglobin levels in the blood. Studies have also shown that chlorophyll even detoxifies the highly carcinogenic dioxin and generally acts as a powerful antioxidant.

Compared to other green superfoods, chlorella algae have the highest chlorophyll content: chlorella contains five times as much chlorophyll as spirulina and up to twelve times as much chlorophyll as barley grass. This microalgae can therefore be considered the best source of chlorophyll.

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Chlorella grown using natural sunlight


In order to enjoy the maximum benefits of chlorophyll, it is essential to choose chlorella algae that has been grown in a natural environment: with natural, clean air, pure water and natural sunlight. Chlorella produced in indoor glass tubes is sometimes less contaminated with pollutants because it grows in a completely shielded environment, but it does not develop the same plant protection substances as chlorella algae grown in exposed tanks, such as Chlorenergy®.

High-efficiency photosynthesis

While land plants utilise solar energy through photosynthesis with an efficiency of 0.1-0.5%, with a few species achieving a maximum of 5%, the efficiency of photosynthesis performed by the large chloroplasts of Chlorella algae is 10-20%.

High-efficiency photosynthesis


While land plants utilise solar energy through photosynthesis with an efficiency of 0.1-0.5%, with a few species achieving a maximum of 5%, the efficiency of photosynthesis performed by the large chloroplasts of Chlorella algae is 10-20%.

Dr Dietrich Klinghardt:

Our immune system is our body's natural defence mechanism. A strong immune system prevents viruses, bacteria and fungi from entering the body. It also ensures that harmful substances that have already entered the body cannot spread further. However, stress and environmental pollution can weaken our immune system. The tiny algae chlorella, with its exceptionally high nutrient content and ability to bind harmful substances, provides lasting support for our immune system."
Dr Dietrich Klinghardt:

Our immune system is our body's natural defence mechanism. A strong immune system prevents viruses, bacteria and fungi from entering the body. It also ensures that harmful substances that have already entered the body cannot spread further. However, stress and environmental pollution can weaken our immune system. The tiny algae chlorella, with its exceptionally high nutrient content and ability to bind harmful substances, provides lasting support for our immune system."