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ChloroBlast® (Alfalfa Chloroplast Concentrate — Ingredients by Nature)

Medicago sativa
Evidence Level
Preliminary
0 Clinical Trials
3 Documented Benefits
1/5 Evidence Score

ChloroBlast® is a chloroplast concentrate from alfalfa (Medicago sativa), developed by Ingredients by Nature with Virentia using a patented, chemical-free fractionation that keeps the chloroplasts intact. It is a raw, vegan green superfood rich in protein, chlorophyll, carotenoids, and vitamins. Clinical data for the specific ingredient are limited.

Studied Dose Per the product specification.
Active Compound Intact alfalfa (Medicago sativa) chloroplast concentrate, rich in protein, chlorophyll, beta-carotene, and vitamins.

Benefits

Green-nutrient support

ChloroBlast is a concentrated green superfood, supplying protein, chlorophyll, carotenoids, and a range of vitamins and minerals.

Antioxidant content

Its chlorophyll, beta-carotene, and vitamins provide antioxidant activity that helps protect cells from oxidative stress.

Limited-evidence note

ChloroBlast is characterized mainly by its rich nutrient composition; dedicated published clinical outcome data are limited.

Mechanism of action

1

Concentrated phytonutrients

Keeping the chloroplasts intact preserves chlorophyll, carotenoids, and fat-soluble vitamins that are otherwise lost in high-heat processing.

2

Antioxidant pigments

Chlorophyll and beta-carotene act as antioxidant pigments that help neutralize free radicals.

Clinical trials

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well-tolerated as a food-based green.
Mild digestive upset is occasionally reported.
People on blood thinners should note its vitamin K content.

Important Drug interactions

Warfarin — green plants contain vitamin K, which can affect it; keep intake consistent and tell your doctor.
Generally compatible with other medications.
Tell your doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Frequently asked questions about ChloroBlast® (Alfalfa Chloroplast Concentrate — Ingredients by Nature)

What is ChloroBlast?

ChloroBlast® is a chloroplast concentrate from alfalfa (Medicago sativa), developed by Ingredients by Nature with Virentia using a patented, chemical-free fractionation that keeps the chloroplasts intact. It is a raw, vegan green superfood rich in protein, chlorophyll, carotenoids, and vitamins.

What is ChloroBlast used for?

ChloroBlast is researched primarily for Antioxidant and Energy. ChloroBlast is a concentrated green superfood, supplying protein, chlorophyll, carotenoids, and a range of vitamins and minerals.

What is the recommended dosage of ChloroBlast?

The clinically studied dose is Per the product specification. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is ChloroBlast safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, ChloroBlast is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated as a food-based green. Mild digestive upset is occasionally reported. It may also interact with some medications. ChloroBlast is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does ChloroBlast interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: Warfarin — green plants contain vitamin K, which can affect it; keep intake consistent and tell your doctor. Generally compatible with other medications. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for ChloroBlast?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for ChloroBlast as Preliminary (1 out of 5). It is backed by 2 cited references summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(2 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Lee SH, Kang HJ, Lee HJ, Kang MH, Park YK Six-week supplementation with Chlorella has favorable impact on antioxidant status in Korean male smokers Nutrition. 2010;26(2):175-83. doi:10.1016/j.nut.2009.03.010.PubMedUsed to support: 6-week randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial (n=52 smokers) showing Chlorella supplementation (6.3 g/day) significantly increased plasma vitamin C (+44.4%) and alpha-tocopherol (+15.7%) and improved erythrocyte antioxidant enzyme activities (catalase, superoxide dismutase). Supports the antioxidant content benefit of ChloroBlast as component (Chlorella/chlorophyll) literature, not the branded ChloroBlast product specifically.
  2. Ryu NH, Lim Y, Park JE, Kim J, Kim JY, Kwon SW, Kwon O Impact of daily Chlorella consumption on serum lipid and carotenoid profiles in mildly hypercholesterolemic adults: a double-blinded, randomized, placebo-controlled study Nutrition Journal. 2014;13:57. doi:10.1186/1475-2891-13-57.PubMedUsed to support: 4-week randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial (n=63) showing Chlorella supplementation (5 g/day) significantly elevated serum carotenoids (lutein/zeaxanthin +89.6%; alpha-carotene +163.6%) versus placebo. Demonstrates green-nutrient and antioxidant carotenoid delivery supporting the green-nutrient support and antioxidant content benefits of ChloroBlast; evidence is for Chlorella/chlorophyll component, not the ChloroBlast brand directly.