{"title":"Algae \u0026 greens","description":"\u003cp\u003eWritten by the Plenthera team (orthomolecularly trained). Scientifically reviewed in May 2026. Last updated: 28 May 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgae and green powders are among the most nutrient-dense foods per gram. Chlorella (60% protein, high chlorophyll, iron, B12 analogues), spirulina (a blue-green cyanobacterium with 70% protein and phycocyanin), kelp (iodine-rich), barley grass (chlorophyll, fiber, minerals). Always work with brands that are lab-tested per batch for heavy metals — algae and seaweeds absorb them from their growth environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn this page\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#onze-algen-en-greens-producten\"\u003eOur Algae \u0026amp; Greens products\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"#wat-is-het-verschil-tussen-chlorella-en\"\u003eWhat is the difference between chlorella and spirulina?\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"#faq\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"#combineren\"\u003eCombine with\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"#bronnen\"\u003eSources\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur Algae \u0026amp; Greens products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/chlorella\"\u003eChlorella\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003egreen freshwater algae with high chlorophyll and protein content\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/spirulina\"\u003eSpirulina\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003eblue-green algae, 60-70% protein, phycocyanin\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/chlorella-spirulina-combi\"\u003eChlorella + Spirulina Combi\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003ethe two combined for the broadest profile\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/algomed\"\u003eAlgomed\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003eGerman chlorella specialist with high-quality production\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/chlorella\"\u003eBig Food Dutch Chlorella\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003eDutch chlorella production\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/chlorella-spirulina-combi\"\u003eBig Food Chlorella + Spirulina Combi\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003ewholefood blend\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/plantforce-greens\"\u003ePlantforce Chlorella\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003eDutch organic chlorella supplement\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/zeewier\"\u003eSeaweed\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003ekelp and other sea-greens for iodine\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/moringa\"\u003eMoringa\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003eleaf powder with a broad nutrient profile\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/greens\"\u003eGreens Blends\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003eready-made mixes of algae, grasses and vegetables\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the difference between chlorella and spirulina?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChlorella is a green single-celled freshwater algae with a tough cell wall — which is mechanically broken for digestibility. High in chlorophyll (binds heavy metals, potentially detoxifying) and iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpirulina is technically not an algae but a cyanobacterium. High in protein (60-70%), phycocyanin as a bioactive antioxidant, B vitamins, and iron. Dark blue-green hue, distinctive taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes chlorella contain heavy metals?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can — algae absorb metals from their growth environment. Therefore, always choose a brand with a Certificate-of-Analysis (lab report) per batch. EU limit values for lead, cadmium, mercury, arsenic are respected by the selected brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes chlorella help with detoxification?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnimal studies show that chlorella can bind heavy metals in the gut. Human data is limited but suggestive. For those who regularly eat fish or live in an urban environment, a reasonable wholefood supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs spirulina a good source of B12?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Spirulina contains B12 analogues that are not biologically active for humans. Vegans should take a separate methylcobalamin or cyanocobalamin supplement (Voedingscentrum).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow do I use algae and greens?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with 1-3 g per day, build up to 5-10 g. Mix into a smoothie or fruit juice (the taste is pronounced). Preferably on an empty stomach for maximum absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan I take chlorella during pregnancy?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf in doubt, always consult your doctor or midwife. Always choose a lab-tested brand; avoid algae products without heavy-metal certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is a greens blend?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA ready-made mix of multiple algae, grasses (barley, wheat, alfalfa grass), vegetable powders, and sometimes mushrooms — for those who want the broadest nutrient profile in one scoop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCombine with other categories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgae and greens fit broadly into a wholefood approach:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/superfoods\"\u003eSuperfoods \u0026amp; Mushrooms\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003ethe main category\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/greens\"\u003eGreens Blends\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003efor complete mixes\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/proteine\"\u003eProteins \u0026amp; Meal Replacements\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003eto combine greens in shakes\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/mineralen\"\u003eMinerals\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003efor iodine from seaweeds\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plenthera.com\/collections\/vitamines-supplementen\"\u003eVitamins \u0026amp; Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003cem\u003efor specific supplementation beyond greens\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSources \u0026amp; references\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVoedingscentrum — algae, chlorella, spirulina, B12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMerchant et al. (2015) — Chlorella for heavy-metal binding (review)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKarkos et al. (2011) — Spirulina therapeutic potential (Evid Based Complement Altern Med)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEU limit values lead\/cadmium\/mercury\/arsenic — Regulation (EC) 1881\/2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This text is intended for informational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Nutritional supplements are not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Always consult your doctor or an orthomolecular therapist if in doubt.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"big-food-nederlandse-chlorella-500g-2000-tabletten","title":"Dutch Chlorella – 500g (2000 tablets)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBig Food Dutch Chlorella contains 100% Chlorella pyrenoidosa in tablet form. The chlorella is produced in the Netherlands in a fully closed, controlled environment (bioreactor). 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