Safety · Supplement
Chlorella: side effects, safety & interactions
Generally safe; GI upset early; vitamin-K content matters for warfarin; possible photosensitivity.
- Overall grade
- Grade C
- Last revised
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Safety profile
Generally safe; GI upset early; vitamin-K content matters for warfarin; possible photosensitivity.
Interactions to respect
Anticoagulants (warfarin) — Vitamin-K content can antagonize warfarin — keep intake consistent.
What Chlorella is
Chlorella is a single-celled green algae taken as a nutrient-dense 'superfood' and detox aid.
The honest bottom line
A nutrient-dense algae with modest metabolic and detox signals. Low-risk from a clean source; mind the vitamin K if you take warfarin.
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