Chlorella 400 mg
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
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
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)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10.000 {Calories} | N/A |
| Vitamin C | 60.000 mg | Adequate |
| Iron | 5.000 mg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1.000 g | N/A |
| Protein | 1.000 g | N/A |
| Chlorophyll | 60.000 mg | N/A |
| Mixed Carotenoids | 20.000 mg | Under |
| Beta-Carotene | 2490.000 IU | Optimal |
| organic Chlorella | 2.400 g | N/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.