🌿 Chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris)

Also known as: Freshwater Algae • Green Microalgae
Family: Chlorellaceae
Origin: Freshwater ponds and controlled aquatic farms in Asia and the Americas
Parts used: Whole cracked-cell algae
Primary use: Internal

✨ Description

Vivid, emerald, and alive with light, Chlorella is a single-celled freshwater algae revered as one of the most nutrient-dense plants on Earth. Its name comes from the Greek chloros, meaning “green,” and it truly embodies the color of life — filled with chlorophyll, protein, iron, magnesium, and essential amino acids.

In traditional and modern herbalism, Chlorella is valued for its ability to bind and remove heavy metals, detoxify the body, boost oxygen in the blood, and restore mineral balance. It acts as a rejuvenating tonic for the liver, skin, and immune system — supporting the body’s natural purification and renewal processes at the cellular level.

🍵 Dried Herb Uses

As a detoxifying and nutrient-rich tonic:

Heavy Metal Detox: Naturally binds mercury, lead, and other toxins for safe elimination.
Liver & Cellular Cleanse: Supports liver regeneration and cellular repair.
Immune Support: Stimulates immune function and promotes defense against free radicals.
Iron & Mineral Source: Provides bioavailable minerals that build energy and oxygenate the blood.
Digestive & Gut Health: Encourages probiotic growth and balances intestinal flora.

Directions (Internal Use):
Take ¼–½ teaspoon (or 1–3 g) of powder daily in smoothies, juices, or water.
For detox programs, increase gradually to 1 tsp daily for 1–2 weeks.
Pairs beautifully with Spirulina, Moringa, or Lemon.

💧 External Uses

Mix with Aloe Vera Gel or Clay as a detoxifying face mask.
Add to bath soaks for mineral enrichment and full-body rejuvenation.
Use in DIY toothpaste or mouth rinses for oral alkalinity and freshness.

🔮 Metaphysical & Energetic Uses

Renewal & Vitality: Symbolizes cellular rebirth and energetic cleansing.
Element of Water & Earth: Balances emotion and physical energy.
Connection to Nature: Strengthens the bond between the body and the natural world’s rhythm.

Affirmation:

“My cells breathe with life — I am clear, balanced, and renewed.”

🌿 Pairing Suggestions

Spirulina or Moringa – for complete nutrient synergy.
Lemon or Ginger – to enhance detox and digestion.
Burdock Root or Dandelion Root – for deeper liver and blood purification.
Beet Root Powder – to boost oxygen and energy.

🌼 Harvest & Sourcing

Our Chlorella is cultivated in clean, freshwater ponds under sunlight and carefully monitored for purity.
The algae are harvested, washed, and gently cracked-cell processed to ensure maximum nutrient absorption — delivering its signature rich green color, ocean-fresh aroma, and full-spectrum vitality.

⚖️ Energetics & Taste

Taste: Grassy, mineral, slightly bitter.
Energetic profile: Cooling, cleansing, oxygenating.
Pairs well with: Spirulina, Moringa, Lemon, and Beet Root.

⚠️ Warnings

May cause mild detox symptoms (fatigue, headache) during initial use.
Avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless advised by a healthcare provider.
May interact with blood-thinning or immune-modulating medications.
Always use high-quality, tested Chlorella to avoid contamination from impure water sources.

🌻 A Note from the Herbalist

Chlorella is sunlight turned into nourishment — pure, potent, and deeply cleansing.
It reminds the body of its natural rhythm, restoring vitality from within while cleansing what no longer belongs.
Each green grain holds the memory of life at its simplest and most powerful form — the energy of renewal itself.