Chlorella, a type of green algae, which can be harvested and turned into a health supplement, has been claimed to help support the normal functioning of the immune system, due to it containing numerous vitamins and other important nutrients. There could be another way chlorella could help our immune systems this winter however. It’s thought that long term stress … [Read more...] about Algae answer to help our immune systems
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Algae for Angels
A pond full of green algae and some of the world’s top models may appear to have nothing in common, but three Victoria’s Secret models (two of them previous Angels) have said they use a green algae supplement called chlorella. Miranda Kerr, Rosie Huntington-Whitley and, most recently, Kelly Gale have all mentioned they use chlorella in their diets. A green algae which grows … [Read more...] about Algae for Angels
Algae alternative for period pain
You probably won’t have heard of ‘dysmenorrhea’ before, but if you’re a woman the chances are you’d have experienced it, as it’s the scientific name for pain during periods. There are two types of dysmenorrhea. Primary dysmenorrhea is common menstrual cramps that are recurrent and are not due to other diseases. Secondary dysmenorrhea is pain that is caused by a disorder … [Read more...] about Algae alternative for period pain
Algae Answer
It may not sound like the most appetising addition to your diet, but the green algae chlorella has been linked to everything from helping increase athletic endurance1 to acting as a powerful anti-oxidant2. 2017 looks set to be the year the algae is propelled to superfood stardom however, as recently scientists have uncovered it could hold the key to preventing weight … [Read more...] about Algae Answer
Sunshine in a glass – Sun Chlorella
There’s no doubt that when the sun is shining the world seems a less stressful place, although living in the UK you can never be quite sure when that will be. Even when the sun’s not out it appears it’s able to help you de-stress however… Recent research1 has shown that chlorella, a green algae which is thought to be one of the most effective ‘crops’ at turning sunlight … [Read more...] about Sunshine in a glass – Sun Chlorella