What is chlorella? The benefits of this freshwater algae

Chlorella is a single-celled freshwater algae that has been present on Earth for millions of years. Due to its intense green color, chlorella is one of the most chlorophyll-rich plants in the world. Chlorophyll is the natural green pigment that gives plants, algae, and some bacteria their green color. It plays an essential role in photosynthesis: the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy.

The name chlorella is derived from the Greek word chloros, which means "green." Thanks to its unique composition, this algae has received much attention within (orthomolecular) healthcare over the past decades. Chlorella is cultivated in freshwater basins and subsequently carefully processed into powder or capsules.

Within a varied diet, many people choose chlorella due to its natural origin and wide range of applications.

Chlorella naturally contains various nutrients, including:

• Proteins
• Amino acids
• Chlorophyll
• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Plant-based bioactive compounds

It is precisely this combination that makes chlorella interesting for people who are conscious about nutrition and health.

For chlorella, the following health claim exists, which is currently awaiting European approval:

Chlorella supports the natural immune system.*

This property makes chlorella a popular ingredient in supplements aimed at daily support of a healthy lifestyle.

Health claim awaiting European approval.*

At Beyuna, quality comes first. That is why Beyuna Greens contains only a limited number of carefully selected ingredients:

• Chlorella vulgaris
• S-Acetyl-Glutathione
• Nu-FLOW®

Two capsules contain no less than 800 mg of Chlorella vulgaris. Additionally, Beyuna Greens is completely vegan, GMO-free and produced according to the Clean Label principle. This means that the product contains no synthetic fillers, excipients, or colorants.

Together, Chlorella and S-Acetyl-Glutathione form a unique combination of a nutrient-rich freshwater algae and a naturally occurring antioxidant. While chlorella is naturally rich in chlorophyll and other nutrients, glutathione plays a central role within the body's antioxidant system. As a result, both ingredients complement each other well within Beyuna Greens.

Although chlorella is loved for its nutritional value, many people find the taste of loose chlorella powder quite intense. By choosing a plant-based pullulan capsule, such as in Beyuna Greens, you benefit from the advantages of chlorella without having to experience the typical taste and smell.

View Beyuna Greens here for more information about the composition and application.

Supplements are not a substitute for a healthy diet, but they can be a valuable addition.

The foundation always consists of:

• Plenty of vegetables
• Fruit
• Sufficient protein
• Healthy fats
• Exercise
• Sufficient sleep

Within that healthy foundation, many people choose to supplement their diet with natural supplements such as chlorella.

When people delve into green nutrients, other ingredients often come up as well, such as spirulina, wheatgrass, and barleygrass.

Although these ingredients share similarities, chlorella is unique because it is a freshwater algae with a distinctive nutritional profile.

Combining various nutrients creates a broad foundation for a healthy lifestyle.

An important principle within Beyuna is avoiding unnecessary additives.

Therefore, many Beyuna products have been developed according to the Clean Label principle. This means:

• No synthetic fillers
• No artificial colors
• No unnecessary excipients
• Transparent ingredient lists

You can see this philosophy reflected not only in Beyuna Greens, but in the entire range of dietary supplements.