Discover Chlorophyll: Vital Green Goodness

By Samantha H.

Learn about the cleansing powers of this potent plant pigment.

Chlorophyll has been a trending topic on social media of late, but what exactly is it? This natural pigment is produced by plants and algae; it gives green plants their characteristic colour and has an important role to play in the process of plant photosynthesis - absorbing sunlight and transforming this light into useable energy.

Sometimes referred to as the green life blood of plants, chlorophyll has a very similar chemical structure to that of haemoglobin in our red blood cells. No surprise then, that chlorophyll-rich green foods are considered to be an excellent nutritional tonic for the blood.

Chlorophyll’s Cleansing & Healing Powers:

Chlorophyll is thought to support the body’s natural detoxification processes. A cleanse integrating the use of chlorophyll rich foods such as blue green algae and wheatgrass, may support the body in detoxing environmental toxins and other substances that accumulate in the body as a result of our modern lifestyles. Some who take chlorophyll-rich foods report positive benefits in relation to their skin, weight, and energy levels.  Chlorophyll has been also reported to have cell regenerating and anti-aging properties - through its role as a natural ‘anti-oxidant’, and its ability to protect cells from free radical damage.

Green chlorophyll-rich foods may bring natural alkalising benefits to our modern diets - which tend to be high in refined or processed foods, and as a result can be overly acidic. As well as a blood purifier, chlorophyll is traditionally used as a cleansing and healing aid for the digestive system, and may be especially helpful for those with a tendency towards constipation.

Chlorophyll-Rich Super Green Foods:

Best way to include chlorophyll in your diet is by eating real food that is naturally rich in chlorophyll. This includes dark green vegetables such as raw leafy greens, wheatgrass, and blue green algae. These are the very best sources of chlorophyll on the planet.

It’s also key to note that there is a difference between natural plant chlorophyll and the liquid chlorophyll seen frequently on social media, which is most likely to be chlorophyllin. Chlorophyllin is a semi-synthetic mixture of water-soluble sodium copper salts derived from chlorophyll. Many nutrition experts believe that nutrients are better absorbed and utilized by the body when they are present in their natural food source.

Klamath Blue Green Algae is the richest known source of chlorophyll. This wild and certified organic blue green algae is harvested from the high-mineral crystal waters of Upper Klamath Lake, in the North-Western American state of Oregon. It not only provides chlorophyll, but a rich array of vitamins, minerals, proteins and phytonutrients. Klamath Blue Green Algae can be taken in a powder-form mixed in water or juices, or in capsules for convenience.

Organic Wheat Grass is the most famous of chlorophyll provider that grows on land rather than in water. Wheat grass juice is a vibrant nutrient dense green drink which is a natural powerhouse of goodness. Organic Traditions Wheat Grass Juice Powder is made from young, nutrient-dense organic wheat grass and is sustainably grown outdoors in mineral rich ancient soil beds in sunlight. Providing a vibrant nutrient dense green drink – you can add it to water, coconut water, juices and smoothies.

Revered for its natural alkalising properties, barley grass contains an abundance of nutrients including chlorophyll. As with wheat grass juice powder, Organic Traditions Barley Grass Juice Powder dissolves easily in cold drinks.

Supercharge your diet with the Organic Traditions Super 5 Grass Juice Blend. Sourced from chlorophyll nutrient rich grasses: alfalfa, barley, kamut, oat and wheat, it delivers an instant and potent green juice boost!

Organic Traditions Greens with TurmericBlend is the ultimate alkalizing, nutrient-dense, high chlorophyll blend. The formula is made from a mixture of grass juices combined with fresh water green microalgae, Spirulina and broken cell wall Chlorella.

This super blend is enhanced with super foods such as matcha green tea, turmeric root extract, as well as beneficial probiotics to promote digestive health and overall body wellness. Vegan, Paleo-friendly and Gluten-free, this smooth textured blend can be mixed into water, juice, shakes, smoothies, or added to pesto, raw vegetable soups, salad dressings, dips and more.