Chlorella powder
Micro alga with mega power

Ever heard of chlorella? This bright green microalga cannot be seen with the naked eye, yet it is bursting with healthy substances and multiplies at breath-taking speed. Chlorella contains a high level of blood purifying chlorophyll, to which it owes its name and its green colour. It is a rich source of proteins and fatty acids and features B vitamins (B12, folic acid), beta-carotene, minerals (iron, magnesium) and powerful antioxidants. All in all, true ‘power bombs’ that can mean a lot for you and your body.

Broken cell wall

Chlorella does not give up its hidden riches easily. The cell wall of the chlorella alga is extremely robust and has to be broken before its contents are released for consumption. For its Chlorella Bio Raw powder, Biotona uses algae which have this broken cell wall, so that it contains an optimal amount of nutritious components. The powder is produced using 100% organically cultivated algae that are carefully dehydrated and subsequently ground into a pure powder.

Losing weight with Chlorella

Chlorella is the ideal food supplement for people who want to lose weight, as it is both rich in proteins and also reduces your feeling of hunger. This is because the high level of nutrients in chlorella closely matches the amounts that our body requires, in this way reducing our craving for food. Moreover, since chlorella contains so many beneficial components, nutritional deficiencies will not quickly arise during a slimming cure.

Chlorella as a detox cure

Chlorella is also perfect for a detox cure, since chlorophyll is able to attach all possible harmful substances to itself, even including heavy metals (!). At the same time, chlorophyll also works as a blood purifier and gives your immune system a fresh boost. Its plethora of vitamins, minerals, proteins and essential fatty acids guards you against deficiencies. A spring detox cure, in which you use chlorella for 30 days, is a very effective means to cleanse the body and to feel fresh and energetic again!

Chlorella and spirulina – the difference

Chlorella is often used in combination with the somewhat better known spirulina. Spirulina is also a unicellular alga, but is found in salt water (whereas Chlorella is found in fresh water). Spirulina is the most concentrated protein source on our planet (60-70%) and also very easy to digest. Spirulina’s cell walls consist of proteins and therefore easily release their healthy component (vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, essential fatty acids) into the body. Together, the microalgae in Biotona Chlorella & Spirulina are an incredibly powerful source of energy and essential nutrients, ideal for everyone who wants to stay fit and healthy. It is particularly beneficial to sportsmen, thanks to the high level of protein.

Start with Chlorella? Click here for recipes for a delicious algae chia pudding & a completely vegetable-based chlorella protein smoothie!