Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that harnesses the sun's energy in photosynthesis. Chlorophyll is to plants what blood is to humans - it is essential to metabolic functions such as respiration, and growth. Interestingly, the chlorophyll molecule is chemically similar to human blood, except that its central atom is magnesium, whereas that of human blood is iron. Chlorophyll is found in Algae, Spirulina, Chlorella, Wheat Grass, and Barley Grass.

Uses:

Liquid Chlorophyll is a mineral rich supplement, which has been suggested to assist with blood purification, red blood cell building and internal deodorizing.

It has also been used to repair and heal tissues and is often used to help neutralize the pollution that we eat and breathe. It assists in the assimilation of calcium and other minerals. It works to strengthen and purify the entire body.

Chlorophyll has been shown to:

Chlorophyll has been used as a supplement for bad breath, cancer, constipation (difficulty having a bowel movement), gas, to decrease urine and fecal odors due to incontinence, and help wound healing. Chlorophyll has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and wound-healing properties. 1 Historically, chlorophyll was used for gastrointestinal problems, such as constipation, and to stimulate blood cell formation in anemia. Some preliminary evidence suggests that chlorophyll might help detoxify cancer-promoting substances. 2

Each tablespoon (15 ml) of LifeSource's Chlorophyll contains a concentrated solution of 250 mg of pure Chlorophyllins. Is 'Chlorophyllin' the same as chlorophyll? Not quite.  The chlorophyll molecule in its natural state contains a magnesium center and is not water-soluble.  Scientists are unsure just how much, if any, enters the bloodstream.  Chlorophyllin molecules on the other hand, are able to travel throughout the body as the magnesium center has been replaced with copper. Copper, like iron, is an oxygen transporter. In fact, the chlorophyllin molecule is almost identical to the heme molecule in our blood. 

"The risk of liver, colon, stomach, and lung cancer which include the leading causes of cancer death in the US and the world, may easily be cut in half by appropriate daily intake of simple, safe, inexpensive chlorophyll derivatives."

  Dr. Richard C. Heimsch

"Liquid Chlorophyll and Chlorophyll capsules can help neutralize the toxic effects of some mutagens, which are ever-present in our food and water. They work differently at a molecular level and by taking both together, you are more apt to cover all your bases." Dr. Segelman 1.

In 1913, Dr. Richard Willstatter, a German chemist, discovered the functions of chlorophyll, though scientists had separated the pigment from plants a few decades earlier. He made the above observations and also found that

"the chlorophyll molecule bears a striking resemblance to hemoglobin, the red pigment in human blood. The red blood pigment is a web of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen atoms grouped around a single atom of iron. Nature's green pigment is a similar web of the same atoms, except that its centerpiece is a single atom of magnesium." 2.

Directions for Use:
Take one (1) tablespoon (15ml) every morning with food.

* Daily Value not established

Other Ingredients: Mint Flavor, Sucrolose, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Guar-Gum, Corn Syrup, and Purified Water.

Warnings
Discontinue use if unusual symptoms occur. Consult your health care adviser regarding the use of herbs during pregnancy, with infants or with prescription drugs. Keep out of reach of children.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat and cure or prevent disease. Always consult with your professional health care provider before changing any medication.

1. Sunshine Horizons Vol.25 No.4, p.11

2. 'Vincent Licata, Comfrey and Chlorophyll (Orange, CA: Continental Health Research, 1971), p.23

3. Chernomorsky SA, Segelman AB. Biological activities of chlorophyll derivatives. N J Med 1988;85:669-73.

4. Gruskin B. Chlorophyll-its therapeutic place in acute and suppurative disease. Am J Surg 1940;49:49-56