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Chlorella and Mercury Detoxification

This detoxification of heavy metals and other chemical toxins in the blood will take 3-6 months to build up enough to begin this process depending on the dosage of chlorella a person is taking. (See Below) It is also this fibrous material that greatly augments healthy digestion and overall digestive track health. The chlorella actually binds with the mercury and carries it out through the digestive system.

Chlorella plays a particularly crucial role in systemic mercury elimination because the majority of mercury is rid through stool. Once the mercury burden is lowered from the intestines, mercury from other body tissues will more readily migrate into the intestines -- where chlorella will effectively remove it.

A clean bloodstream, with an abundance of red blood cells to carry oxygen, is necessary to a strong natural defense system. Chlorella's cleansing action on the bowel and other elimination channels, as well as its protection of the liver, helps keep the blood clean. Clean blood assures that metabolic wastes are efficiently carried away from the tissues.

Important Note Chlorella is very effective in removing mercury, However,  Chlorella contains iron and will actually raise iron levels. To much iron can be toxic because our bodies has a limited ability to get rid of it. Iron is actually an anti-antioxidant. Iron is a free radical and to much of it can actual cause harm. So if you are going to use chlorella extensively you should measure your iron levels. The best way to do this is through a measure of serum ferritin level in conjunction with total iron binding level. If your levels are too high, above 150, one way of treating elevated iron levels is by taking a simple extract from rice bran called phytic acid, or IP6. Not only is this an inexpensive solution, but also it doesn't require any prescription.

How Much Chlorella Should You Take For Detoxification
In Japanese studies 3 grams per day was found to be a good maintenance dose. At this level you will not notice many changes if any. However this amount will give you a healthy dose of nutrients. See nutrient content.  Most studies and my own personal use has found that 6 to 9 grams will give you noticeable changes in energy, digestion and elimination. (1000mg equals one gram) I personally take about 6 grams a day minimum. If you have any constipation this will fix you right up. If you have been found to have mercury in your body by laboratory testing you should begin by taking 16-20 grams a day. Chlorella is a food source so one can eat as much as one wishes. However, like with any food allow your body to tell you if you are eating to much. Chlorella can be taken at any time of the day. Chlorella is also safe for children of all ages. About 25% of people have trouble tolerating chlorella. This may be due to a cellulase insufficiency: if you are unable to tolerate chlorella, it would be wise to consider adding a digestive enzyme supplement with cellulase in it to help digest the chlorella.

Note To Drinkers
A Japanese study showed that taking 4-6gm of chlorella before consuming alcohol can prevent hangover 96% of the time, even after a night of heavy drinking. Chlorella is considered to be a first class detoxifying agent, capable of removing alcohol from the liver

NOTE EXTRA NOTE About 25% of people can not tolerate chlorella. This may be due to a cellulase insufficiency: if you are unable to tolerate chlorella, it would be wise to consider adding a digestive enzyme supplement with cellulase in it to help digest the chlorella.