Chlorella powder, 200 g, Phyto Biocare Chlorella pyrenoides is a single-celled spherical green algae of very small size (2 – 10 micrometers in diameter). It is very rich in chlorophyll, specialists have determined that no other plant contains so much photosynthetic pigment. Its name is derived from these characteristics: from chloros, which in Greek means green, to which was added the suffix ella from Latin, used to form diminutives. Apart from the very rich content of proteins, Chlorella pyrenoides also offers abundantly: vitamins (A, B1, B3, B6, B12, C, E), beta-carotene, pantothenic acid, biotin and folic acid, PABA and inositol. It has an alkaline character and thus helps to restore and maintain the acid-base balance in the body. This balance can be easily disturbed due to the modern lifestyle and a diet rich in processed products, and its disturbance can lead to the appearance of diseases such as chronic fatigue, depression, rheumatism, skin diseases, etc. Chlorella strengthens the immune system: It contains polysaccharides that play a role in the formation of bone marrow, thymus and spleen cells, cells that in turn have an important role in fighting infections. Chlorella's high nucleic acid content plays an important role here. The content of beta-carotene (precursor of vitamin A) 10 times higher than that of the carrot, also the content in other antioxidants important for better vision, make Chlorella a very useful supplement for improving vision and relieving eye diseases. Dosage and administration: It can be taken as a supplement during lunch, but it can also be added, in powder form, to various fruit and vegetable juice recipes, crisps, etc. and consumed at any time of the day. The recommended daily dose can vary from 250 mg to 5-10 g and it is recommended to start with a small amount, gradually increasing the dose over two to three weeks. Depending on body weight, Chlorella can be administered as follows: For children weighing between 10 and 30 kg , the optimal dosage is 1-2 g per day (one teaspoon) For women ( 50-70 kg ), the recommended dose for daily consumption is 4-5 g. For men (>70 kg) , the recommended dose for daily consumption is 6 - 10 g. Presentation: 200 g