F
N+ Score57
Greens & SuperfoodsServing: 3 Vegetarian Capsule(s)Type: Other Combinations

Chlorella 400 mg is a Greens & Superfoods supplement, featuring organic Chlorella at 2.4 grams per serving, alongside 10 total ingredients. Notably, Beta-Carotene at 2490 IU and Vitamin C at 60 mg are present at clinically studied dosages, which may support antioxidant processes. However, Iron and Mixed Carotenoids are listed as underdosed in this formulation. The product received an N+ Score of 57, resulting in an 'F' grade, placing it in the average tier for overall quality. While label transparency is good at 90%, its ingredient adequacy and formula completeness scores are relatively low. This supplement may appeal to individuals interested in general nutritional support from a whole-food source, particularly for its chlorella content and the clinically dosed vitamins.

About This Product

Chlorella 400 mg by Protocol for Life Balance is a greens & superfoods supplement containing 10 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 57/100 (Grade F).

Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Vitamin C, Beta-Carotene.

N+ Score Breakdown

Ingredient Adequacy38/100

Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?

Formula Completeness25/100

Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?

Label Transparency90/100

Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?

Ingredient Diversity100/100

Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?

Strengths

  • +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
  • +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
  • +2 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels

Weaknesses

  • Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
  • Missing several expected ingredients for its category

Ingredient Analysis (10 ingredients)

IngredientAmountDose Adequacy
Calories10.000 {Calories}N/A
Vitamin C60.000 mgAdequate
Iron5.000 mgUnder
Total Carbohydrates1.000 gN/A
Protein1.000 gN/A
Chlorophyll60.000 mgN/A
Mixed Carotenoids20.000 mgUnder
Beta-Carotene2490.000 IUOptimal
organic Chlorella2.400 gN/A
Typical Profile of naturally occurring nutrients:N/A

Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.