Chlorophyll
Chlorophyll and chlorophyllin are used for odor and skin-related claims. Robust clinical evidence is limited.
Overview
What is chlorophyll?
Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in wheatgrass, leafy green vegetables, green tea, potatoes and algae.
Dosage
A typical dose is 100 to 300 mg per day.
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SupplementDEX Database
Database Snapshot
Most chlorophyll research is concentrated in a handful of conditions.
There are not currently enough high-quality human studies in the SupplementDEX database to grade chlorophyll by condition.
Safety
Chlorophyll is generally safe and well tolerated. However, certain case reports have found that chlorophyll may increase photosensitivity in some people [PubMed]. Topical chlorophyll may result in skin irritation or dermatitis [PubMed].
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