Other compounds

Chlorophyll

Also called: chlorophyllin, liquid chlorophyll

The green pigment of plants.

Why people take it
Body odour, skin, detox.
What the evidence says
Little evidence.
How it is usually taken
Usually 100 to 300 mg of chlorophyllin a day.
Be careful
Green stools; sun sensitivity.
Medicines it can interact with
Can make skin more sun-sensitive with photosensitising medicines.

Other other compounds

Alpha-lipoic acidResveratrolQuercetinPterostilbeneNMNSpermidineFisetinPQQSulforaphaneDIMDHEAMelatoninCaffeine and L-theanineCannabidiol (CBD)Hemp seedBee pollenRoyal jellyPropolisManuka honeyWheatgrass

Common questions

What is Chlorophyll?

The green pigment of plants.

Why do people take Chlorophyll?

Body odour, skin, detox.

Does Chlorophyll work?

Little evidence.

How much Chlorophyll do people take?

Usually 100 to 300 mg of chlorophyllin a day.

Is Chlorophyll safe?

Green stools; sun sensitivity.

Does Chlorophyll interact with medicines?

Can make skin more sun-sensitive with photosensitising medicines.

Sources and further reading

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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