Chlorella: Better Than Spirulina! (Chlorella vs Spirulina - More Benefits & Safer Alternative)

In this episode, we will dive into why Chlorella might be a much better alternative to Spirulina! We'll also look at how it compares to Spirulina, how it's better nutritionally, and why it's safer than Spirulina. We'll also look at its benefits and some of the studies and research that back Chlorella up. See why Chlorella might be something to give a try!
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0:00 Intro
2:52 Why I Stopped Spirulina
7:10 Chlorella vs Spirulina
10:19 Where to Find Quality Chlorella at a Low Cost
11:00 Chlorella and Spirulina Nutrition Comparison
18:53 More Benefits of Chlorella (Studies)
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Dr. Michael Greger on Spirulina and blue-green algae toxicity and neurotoxins, plus safety of Chlorella: nutritionfacts.org/topics/blu...
Dr. Klaper on pseudo-B12 in Spirulina: • Spirulina - Is It Bloc...
Dr. Gregor also talks about pseudo-B12 in Spirulina which might even block real B12 absorption (around 3.5 minutes into video): • The Healthiest Food So...
Chlorella vs Spirulina post: ⁠youeatplants.com/chlorella-vs...
What is Blue Spirulina: youeatplants.com/what-is-blue... and youeatplants.com/what-is-blue...
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[@YouEatPlants]

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[@mikkijpedrayes1332]

The real question is, haven't they? Break the cell wall on the correla. Because there is ultrasonic sounds, which is the best way. And then accompany called sun clorella. They use these glass beads... Which are not the best because they have proven to leak a little bit of lead from the glass into the correla. So you gotta flind out how to sell. Walls were crushed and cracked. That is so vital for clorella.

[@azdhan]

Great video. Many thanks for sharing!

[@YouEatPlants]

Thank you! And thanks for listening!

[@sandstellar1684]

thx, that what i was looking for

[@YouEatPlants]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@mikkijpedrayes1332]

Most important thing when buying any algae is looking at the source finding out how they process it making sure it's clean and making sure to take it slowly until your body gets adjusted to it I've been taking spirulina by new tricks for over 40 years possibly maybe 38 and then I got turned on to chlorella a little bit later on maybe 3 years ago I find that both of them are fantastic One for detoxing and I use chlorella at night it has the B12 it gives me my iron it takes out and detoxes all the metals and God knows what else in our polluted air there is in my body and I find that the spirulina only I repeat only if it's from a good source and it's third party tested and it comes from fresh water not a lake not a lake Well I find that it is amazing so I understand your experience was not that great with spirulina but I will share with you I love the protein and spirulina and the energy it gives me I take that in the morning and I always take my chlorella before I go to sleep because it has altryptophan and some of the amino acids and helps my body to sleep so it detoxes easier Thank you for your podcast I'm glad you found it an alternative but as for me and again I know there are people out there who may not be able to tolerate algae for various reasons of which one should not be that they bought a cheap crappy product which is why I say research and invest in your health it's the best of investment you can make as they say there is no wealth without health Again thank you for your 😊podcast

[@mikkijpedrayes1332]

I spelled a new tricks wrong it's nutrex but now I'm using something called energy Bits blue algae/ Recovery Bits green chlorella algae.. sorry I just had to make that correction😮

[@YouEatPlants]

Thanks for listening! And glad it’s all worked well for you! Yes, the source of Spirulina is definitely a concern, and considering a lot of water sources are polluted nowadays (which is also a problem with eating fish), it seems that the Spirulina might absorb the pollution, from what I’ve read. So it’s definitely needed to find a good source!

[@ZxAMobile]

@@mikkijpedrayes1332Parry’s is the standard, energy bits is over priced af/ fewer certs.

[@DavidLightWill]

Thanks for the post--it was very informative.

[@YouEatPlants]

Not a problem! Thanks for listening!

[@harry-_-barry]

Much needed video. Thank you for the explanation. Edit: earned a sub Also is now brand good?

[@YouEatPlants]

Awesome Harry! Glad it was helpful and glad to have you aboard! I think Now is fine, that’s the one I got for us. They are a very large brand and it’s usually the most cost effective one and it has the most reviews/feedback and there doesn’t seem to be any problems with it. Ours has been good 👍

[@harry-_-barry]

@@YouEatPlants Thank you mate

[@YouEatPlants]

@@harry-_-barry No problem friend!

[@ahavadaniel4883]

Thanks for recommending Chlorella. I’ve been taking 10 tablets everyday since the year 2000. A visiting Japanese internal Medicine Fellow to the Texas Medical Center recommended that.

[@ahavadaniel4883]

Yayaema Chlorella website will show you how they are harvested and prepared in Japan. They have broken cell wall and thus release impt nutrients growth factor. I experienced no complications with it. I have no wrinkles and my energy level increases throughout the day. I’m more energetic in the afternoon when I expect to be tired and worn out. I am a medical practitioner and my colleagues always tell me Where do you get your energy from? Are on drugs? Haha I said I take micro algae call Chlorella. Thank you so much for highlighting Chlorella! So this Dr from Japan told me that in Europe they take Chlorella more than they do vitamin c tablets

[@YouEatPlants]

That’s very interesting to know! Thanks for sharing that!

[@YouEatPlants]

Great!

[@CherryMaraschino77]

@@ahavadaniel4883Thank you for sharing and providing that website. May I ask you, how many tablets do you take daily? Is this safe to take if you have diabetes type 2? Thank you!🙏🏼😊

[@janetblanchard7]

We need 50/50 chlorella and spirulina. They both feed our mitochondria with different nutrients and benefits

[@williamivery212]

Exactly you can buy them together

[@dedy195]

What do you think about pulverized chlorella from Sun Chlorella Japan? I have a plan to start consume them. What about combine chlorella with spirulina on 50:50 rate?

[@YouEatPlants]

I don’t know the exacts about different brands, but I think that one is probably fine. I don’t think there is much of a need to do Spirulina if doing Chlorella, since they are very similar and you will be getting all the benefits from Chlorella. But if someone insists on taking Spirulina, that is probably a better option (to alternate them or do 50/50). Hope this helps! Good luck!

[@Javier79ism]

Spirulina helped with fungus issues within days of using bloodsugar was regulated but, after months I noticed that I was getting weaker and slower. The moment I took 3g of chlorella. My energy levels were through the roof. I'm not sure if I should quit Spirulina or use a combination of both🤔

[@YouEatPlants]

Hmm, based on that I would just quit Spirulina and take Chlorella

[@winstonallen6933]

You need to get this from Taiwan. It's pure, and The B12 is real.

[@supportadmin7735]

Your concerns about spirulina are unfounded but its your choice its perfectly safe for humans in normal amounts when grown correctly but I like both

[@YouEatPlants]

It may be a concern as to how it’s grown now, unless maybe you grow it yourself

[@sandstellar1684]

coool

[@jhanicecruz5256]

Rhe best chlorella are made in TAIWAN.. they have the best chlorella.. u can research that

[@YouEatPlants]

Good to know. I believe that’s the area that it first originated in. Thanks.

[@waterlove689]

Is it grown the same way as spirulina ?

[@YouEatPlants]

It’s hard to find much info on it, but Chlorella is grown in fresh water, whereas Spirulina comes from salt water and fresh water. As far as how they are grown, I’m not sure. Before consumption, Chlorella also has to have the cell walls cracked open

[@ahavadaniel4883]

I haven using yayaema Chlorella from Japan. I’m 64 years old but a lot of people say I look like35-40 years old and thank the Lord I don’t have colds or flu . I didn’t have covid vaccination at all and I didn’t have any flu or covid symptoms until now. Praise God. I think the quality of Chlorella from Japan is legitimate bec a lot of people consuming that in Japan didn’t have any cancer or toxicity levels especially in areas where The atomic bomb was dropped in Japan . In other words it protects our body cellularly from Heavy metals in the environment . And yes even , nuclear toxicity. What do you think?

[@YouEatPlants]

That’s great! Maybe it does! (I’m not sure though)

[@joansterling7902]

Where can you buy ckean chlorella.

[@YouEatPlants]

You can check the description. I’ve found some at iHerb and even Walmart or Amazon

[@carolpaventi1285]

Is your Corella organic, yes Or no.?

[@YouEatPlants]

Yes

[@erinmawhirter5938]

Why would one compare these instead of conveying how these two very different fresh water foods compliment each other's qualities? Spirulna is a protein source that doesn't interfere with keto or intermittent fasting that I often refer to as "astronaut food." I understand Chlorella to be a detoxer that helps one repair and sleep well.

[@YouEatPlants]

These are actually very similar, they even smell, look and taste exactly the same. But there are some differences, because there are concerns with the toxicity and other things with Spirulina, which you don’t have with Chlorella. Also, Chlorella seems to outperform it, making it a safer and probably better alternative. They both have the same amount of protein, and anything that has calories, especially protein, will not be intermittent fasting anymore. So there’s no benefit to take Spirulina for protein. It was astronaut food because it’s convenient when food supplies or space are limited, as in outer space, not because it was magical or anything. Also, it’s a higher ratio of protein per calorie, kind of like protein powder, but not nearly as high, so that can be useful to astronauts when food supplies overall are limited, and muscles tend to atrophy quickly. But Chlorella provides the same amount, plus more vitamins, nutrients, and omega 3s

[@jhanicecruz5256]

A lot of reseaech said that the vitamin b12 of sirulina is pseudo which is not good.. therwa a video here in youtube about that.. thats why im worried if i should stop taking spirulina and switch and should try chlorella which has a lot of benefits

[@YouEatPlants]

Yes, Chlorella is basically the same as Spirulina, but with more benefits, and without the psuedo B12. Studies have found that Chlorella has successfully raised B12 levels in humans and has a real B12. I would switch to that instead

[@savedbygrace3898]

What about having stage 3 kidney disease?

[@YouEatPlants]

I would check with your doctor. I’m not sure about that.

[@yasseralhafenawi950]

I went to a health store last month and bought organic Chinese Spirulina, third day after taking the Spirulina when I stand up and walk I felt unbalanced like I was drunk, two days after stopped the Spirulina I was normal again. I throw the Spirulina and will never use again. Thank you great content

[@YouEatPlants]

Wow, that’s crazy! Glad you are doing better friend

[@StarNumbers]

That's China for you

[@mikkijpedrayes1332]

You got to figure out where the sources and you have to get quality cost a little more but you're worth the investment seriously you're worth the investment make sure it's third-party tested organic and I do not buy from China I would suggest you look for Taiwan eating which is one of the leading freshwater producers of algae

[@mikkijpedrayes1332]

You also might have been detoxing You don't know but you do have to look at the source I'm telling you I've used spirulina for 40 plus years but I've always paid a little extra and made sure that it was kosher third-party billing organic and I'm telling you spirulina's fantastic I use chlorella every night before I go to sleep It helps to detox while I'm resting and chlorella is fantastic remember both of these algaes are food now unless you have an allergy toward algae that's a different story but you got to be patient and you got to give things a chance especially if it's from a quality Again I'm going to say that quality source

[@tubeviewerX20]

The red flag is in your comment. China is notorious for having inadequate standards of sanitation and inferior product/ manufacturing quality.

[@mdsurifulzamangmailcom]

what's your country name

[@YouEatPlants]

U.S.

[@markleary2805]

I see you support Quaker Oats. Do you tell everybody that ROUND-UP is in all our grains. Even Quaker Oats

[@anteandrovic]

mmm. is this a sponsored advertisement ?

[@YouEatPlants]

Nope. Haven’t made a single dime off this video. I take Chlorella personally every day

[@C--A]

I've only been taking Chlorella for a week but already noticing a beneficial difference on my body! Another couple of super foods are certain mushrooms/fungus. Chaga, Reishi, Lions Mane are the big 3. Very very good for the brain and body. Is lovely the super concentrated mushroom powder mixed in a decaf coffee ☕ Also one you don't hear many talk about is Schisandra Berry 🍒 Again very good for brain health 🧠

[@YouEatPlants]

Awesome friend! Good to hear about the Chlorella. Yeah, I plan to do some stuff on mushrooms in the future. Haven’t heard of that berry but I’ll check it out! Thanks! And thanks for watching!

[@portalbuilder7021]

Check out staments 7. Paul staments is a mycologist who made his own 7 fungus supplement blend

[@zarazen8110]

Hi there, may I know how you've come to know about these different ingredients you've mentioned?

[@boonkailee8237]

My friend, you love chlorella! So just take it!!! There is no need to do so much reason!!! For me, just take both!!! By the way, Spirulina has GLA, pls take note of this !!!

[@YouEatPlants]

Spirulina has concerns with toxicity and other concerns. I would just take Chlorella and not both 👍

[@alejandrocortes1066]

spirulina its for energy. chlorella is for recovery and rest. take spirulina a little in the morning and chlorella at night

[@vimarm3669]

Every time u say: "I am really exited" u sound like i gonna fall asleep. If that here exits u then never go to Disneyland, it will kill u 🤣🤣🤣

[@melissahamm8122]

You've been misinformed 😮

[@ailfawka6278]

Sounds like your information is dirty and most likely the product of "product battle" 😂 I stack both, and try to get both from a clean source, organic certified, and a video arguing one over the other is pointless, because both should be taken as part of the diet.

[@YouEatPlants]

There are some toxicity and safety concerns with Spirulina, and if you see my other video, I’ve had many comments of people taking Spirulina and getting sick and having to stop. It has to do with the sources that Spirulina comes from. And there is a scientific study in which both were placed head to head and scientists concluded that Chlorella was better

[@danieltrickey9285]

Why does NASA endorse it? If you don't know the content and processing about it how can you make an educated opinion?

[@YouEatPlants]

They don’t promote it, but have used it. This is because it’s useful in situations where food is scarce. They also probably had a very good quality source of it (maybe even grew it themselves). But they started using this before Chlorella was useable (they hadn’t cracked the cell wall yet). Now, Chlorella actually provides more nutrients, is safer (at least for the average consumer and not astronaut which has a quality supply) and has beaten Spirulina in a head to head study, proving to work better

[@zarazen8110]

​@@YouEatPlantsCan you provide the aforementioned "studies" you're referring to?

[@vimarm3669]

Huh bro, u boring 😴