Chlorophyll, Liquid (32 fl. oz.)

Benefits
•Helps promote the natural blood-cleansing functions of the body.
•Promotes strong immune response.
•Strengthens cells.

•Deodorizes the body, including the bowel much like an internal deodorant.

In 1984, Dr. Alvin Segelman began experimenting with various kinds of chlorophyll. Results of these studies have been reported over the past 16 years, and two of his recent publications confirm his earlier findings: Chlorophyllin copper complex as well as certain breakdown products of chlorophyll can neutralize mutagens (substances that cause mutations in body cells).

Dr. Segelman advises: "Liquid Chlorophyll and Chlorophyll capsules can help neutralize the toxic effects of some mutagens, which are ever-present in our food and water. They work differently at a molecular level and by taking both together, you are more apt to cover all your bases."1

Chlorophyll, the green matter in plants, is found abundantly in nature. Through a chemical process called photosynthesis, chlorophyll harnesses the sun's energy in order to perform various metabolic functions. Simply, this is how it works:

Plants absorb sunlight and, with that energy, chlorophyll changes water and carbon dioxide absorbed from the air into sugar. Then with minerals absorbed from the earth, the plant is able to make vitamins, fats, proteins and starches that it needs in order to survive. Animals, including humans, and non-green plants such as mushrooms rely upon the food-producing capabilities of chlorophyll to also survive.

In 1913, Dr. Richard Willstatter, a German chemist, discovered the functions of chlorophyll, though scientists had separated the pigment from plants a few decades earlier. He made the above observations and also found that "the chlorophyll molecule bears a striking resemblance to hemoglobin, the red pigment in human blood. The red blood pigment is a web of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen atoms grouped around a single atom of iron. Nature's green pigment is a similar web of the same atoms, except that its centerpiece is a single atom of magnesium."2

This discovery has lead to chlorophyll's becoming a useful nutritional aid for the human body. It is known to cleanse the body and especially to strengthen the action of the circulatory, intestinal and female reproductive systems. It has also been found useful in external skin applications and as a gargle. In addition, chlorophyll is known to neutralize body odors and to act as a natural deodorant.

Scientists have also found that chlorophyll helps to "thicken and strengthen the walls of the body cells of living animals."3 In this sense, chlorophyll is also a nutritional aid for the immune system, since it helps to strengthen cells so they can use their own defenses when needed. Chlorophyll also helps to promote the elimination of toxins from the body.

In natural health care practices, chlorophyll is mainly used in its liquid form. Green plants, especially alfalfa leaves, are used in laboratory processes to extract their chlorophyll content. Copper and sodium atoms replace the magnesium atom in chlorophyll so that it is made into a stable, water-soluble liquid. When ingested in its liquid form, chlorophyll remains unchanged until it reaches the small intestine. Of course, chlorophyll can be obtained by eating plenty of fresh, green plants, especially those that are a deep green color. However, in plant form, chlorophyll is surrounded by fat substances which may result in only partial absorption in the small intestine.

Chlorophyll has been found to be non-toxic, soothing to body tissues and safe for use by people of all ages. It can be used to clean fruits and vegetables when a few drops are added to water. If you would like to use chlorophyll in your nutritional program, Nature's Sunshine makes it available in liquid form and in concentrated capsule form. This product contains 1.8 mg of sodium per serving. However, you should keep in mind that this is a natural product. Like all natural products, the nutritional content can vary slightly from batch to batch. 1.8 mg is our best approximation. The easy-to-swallow capsules provide the deodorant and nutritional qualities of chlorophyll in a portable and tasteless form that requires no mixing. Each chlorophyll capsule contains 50 mg. of combined pure liquid chlorophyll and sodium copper chlorophyllin. (.44 mg. to .89 mg. of Copper per each serving)

Ingredients
Amount per 5 ml. serving Chlorophyllins (sodium copper chlorophyllin - derived from a natural plant source) - 15 mg.

Recommended Use
For liquid, take 1 teaspoon in water twice daily. For capsules, take 1–2 capsules daily with a meal. Refrigerate after opening.

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Notes
1. Sunshine Horizons Vol.25 No.4, p.11

2. 'Vincent Licata, Comfrey and Chlorophyll (Orange, CA: Continental Health Research, 1971), p.23

3. ibid, p. 25.

References
Keith, Velma J. & Monteen Gordon. The How To Herb Book. Pleasant Grove, UT. Mayfield Publishing Co.,1984.

Licata, Vincent. Comfrey and Chlorophyll. Orange, CA: Continental Health Research, 1971.

Pedersen, Mark. Nutritional Herbology. Bountiful, UT: Pedersen Publishing, 1987.

Nature's Sunshine - 03/16/00 via NSP Health Sciences contact - Larry - Registered Pharmacist: re: copper content per serving

Customer Comments

Blood Count Low
"I have always been a blood donator, but many times I couldn't donate because of a low blood count (red cells or something). I have been drinking LIQUID CHLOROPHYLL for awhile now, about three (3) times a week. I gargle and swallow it. Well, last week when I went to donate blood, my blood count was good and I was able to donate! I think it's because of the chlorophyll building my blood." R. S.

Blood Pressure
"I began using LIV-J and LIQUID CHLOROPHYLL to get off of blood pressure medication. My reading was 160/110. My blood pressure dropped to 100/70, my cholesterol went from 270 to 160 and my liver enzymes had been 3 times what they were supposed to be and when retested showed up as normal. I'm happy!" L. Campbell

Hearing Loss
"My grandson's hearing test came back with a hearing loss of 30%. At 4 he had tubes put in his ears. We didn't want that again, so I used CHLOROPHYLL, ECHINACEA & ALJ. In 4 weeks the test was normal." Ruby G.

Fibroids
"I had a history of female problems: Questionable pap tests, heavy menstrual flow, uterus lined with fibroid tumors, I'd had numerous D&C's, and I was on progesterone to control the bleeding, but it wasn't doing it. I was bleeding 26 days a month for 6 years. I finally began to hemorrhage so much that my husband took me to the Doctor who said I needed an emergency hysterectomy. Blood work showed that my blood count was too low for surgery without transfusions, and after receiving several shots I was told to come back in 3 days for the surgery. We'd heard of herbs and had a friend who used them, so we went to her. I began taking NF-X (NF-X is no longer available, but you can substitute FEMALE COMFORT ), Red Raspberry, CALCIUM PLUS, and LIQUID CHLOROPHYLL. Within 2 weeks the bleeding had stopped. In two months there were no tumors, the pap test was clear, and that was 11 years ago. I feel better than I ever have in my life and I'm thankful for herbs." D. Scott

Gastrointestinal Bleed
"I thought I would write and give you an experience I had with LIQUID CHLOROPHYLL. Two weeks ago I had an upper GI bleed. I really lost a lot of blood and felt very week and woozy. I took SLIPPERY ELM and also took the last of the NSP Chlorophyll that I had that night. It was Saturday night and I hate the emergency room, so I felt I could take care of it. I got H-p FIGHTER the next day and started on it, and drinking 1 quart of fresh cabbage juice a day that my dear Floyd fixed for me. When Monday came I could not see my doctor, because he was not in the office. I have problems with doctors and decided to wait for him, which ended up being a week. I got another quart of Liquid Chlorophyll and began taking a lot (probably an ounce or more in water about 5 times a day at least). Within 24 hours I felt stronger, and every day felt better. I also used CHAMOMILE tea, GINGER tea, H-p FIGHTER, and the cabbage juice. When I did see the Dr. I told him everything I'd taken. He said it is working, because when he pressed my stomach it did not hurt. He didn't give me any medicine or make me go through heavy testing. He did a blood test, and when we got the results my hemoglobin was 14, lowest accepted normal is 12.5 according to my lab sheet. In l997 mine was 15. When the nurse told me, she said he said everything looks good, and to remember what I did and keep doing it. He told me I was braver than he, since he would've put me in the hospital had he been here. It made me feel really good that I was able to take care of such a serious problem. Also made me appreciate you folks for helping me with my herbal education. Thanks again. You may use this experience if you like." S.C.     (Tea can be made from any of the capsules if opened into a cup and boiling water is added.)

Heartburn
"I've been drinking LIQUID CHLOROPHYLL in my water and my husband has been teasing me and wouldn't try any. One night he had heartburn. As we were going to bed, I told him to take some of the LIQUID CHLOROPHYLL
(it has spearmint in it also). He did and slept through the night and woke up without any heartburn......well, needless to say, I'm sharing my bottle of Liquid Chlorophyll now." Jeanette L.

Hospital Recovery
"We began seeing a much more rapid improvement in his recovery when we started giving my Dad the COLLOIDAL MINERALS and LIQUID CHLOROPHYLL. He was so deficient in his minerals and vitamins so this really helped!! Also, he couldn't sleep, and taking sleeping pills wouldn't help, so I convinced Mom to give him CALCIUM PLUS and that night he slept the best in weeks." J.S.