Also sold as Green algae, broken cell wall chlorella
A green algae marketed for 'detox' — the detox claims are weak, and its vitamin K content matters if you take warfarin.
TrustedSupp Tier System™ · Tier 4Take by choice, or not at all
Check before you startThis one has documented interactions with medication classes where the consequences are serious. If you take any prescription medicine, run it past a pharmacist before starting.
Evidence strength
25/100Weak
WEAKLIMITEDMODERATESTRONGVERY STRONG
What the evidence supports: modest lipid and blood pressure markers in small trials; detox claims are unsupported.
This scores how well-supported the claim above is — not how much benefit you personally would get. A high score on a narrow claim does not extend to everything the product is marketed for.
How long to take it
No established course.
Who it's actually for
People wanting a whole-food green supplement; not a proven detoxifier.
Safe upper limit
Unverified
No formal upper limit; 3–10 g daily is typical
Well tolerated for most. Chlorella contains meaningful vitamin K, which can reduce the effect of warfarin, and it can trigger sun sensitivity in some people.