Chlorella has 58 g protein per 100 g dried with a tough cell wall. The cell wall must be mechanically broken to access nutrients – check for "broken cell wall" on labels. A meta-analysis (Nutrients 2025) found spirulina and chlorella improved lipid profiles and blood pressure in RCTs.
How should I track Chlorella, dried?
Chlorella, dried is high in iron. Plant-based foods like Chlorella, dried often come with variable water content, so weighing after draining or pressing gives you the most accurate count. Tofu blocks, for example, can vary by 30% in weight depending on how much liquid they hold. A meta-analysis of 43 RCTs (Reid-McCann et al., Nutr Rev 2025) found that soy protein matches dairy protein for muscle outcomes, so the tracking precision matters just as much as with animal sources. Also watch for marinated or flavored versions — sauces add calories that are easy to miss.
