May Help Improve Cholesterol
Top 4 in Top 8 Health Benefits of Chlorella
Research has suggested that chlorella supplementation may aid in cholesterol reduction. Specifically, consuming 5-10 grams of chlorella daily reduced total and LDL cholesterol as well as triglycerides in persons with high blood pressure and/or slightly increased cholesterol.
Chlorella’s content of the following may help improve blood lipid levels:
- Niacin: A B vitamin known to lower cholesterol.
- Fiber: A cholesterol-lowering agent.
- Carotenoids: Have been shown to naturally lower cholesterol.
- Antioxidants: Help prevent the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, which is known to contribute to heart disease
