Chlorophyll
Chlorophyll supplements in liquid drops and capsules, most of them based on chlorophyllin from alfalfa. Below we explain how the forms differ, what the label really tells you and how to use green drops day to day.Read more →
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Liquid chlorophyll and chlorophyllin: what is actually in the bottle
What chlorophyll is and what the label says
Chlorophyll is the green pigment plants use to turn sunlight into energy. You already eat it in spinach, kale, parsley and green algae, and it sits alongside the rest of our Herbs & plants range. Pure chlorophyll is fragile and loses its colour and structure quickly once it leaves the leaf. That is why nearly every supplement uses sodium copper chlorophyllin: a water-soluble version in which the magnesium at the centre of the molecule is replaced by copper. The swap keeps the green stable and lets the liquid mix into water. A front label saying chlorophyll with chlorophyllin in the ingredients list is normal, not a trick.
Drops, capsules and whole green foods
Most products here start from alfalfa (lucerne), sometimes combined with wheatgrass or chlorella.
- Liquid drops: flexible dosing, mixes into water or juice, often mint-flavoured. Serving sizes run from ten drops to a 15 ml spoon.
- Capsules: no taste and no green mouth, easy to take with you. The dose is fixed.
- Green foods: chlorella in tablets and powder contains chlorophyll naturally, together with protein and minerals.
Because servings differ so much, compare milligrams of chlorophyllin per serving, not bottle size. A 250 ml bottle with a 15 ml spoon holds fewer servings than a small dropper bottle. Two practical points people rarely read in advance: shake the bottle before use and refrigerate a liquid after opening, and expect the pigment to stain clothing, worktops and sometimes your tongue. Green-tinted stool is harmless and simply means the colour passed through.
How we choose chlorophyll at BONO
We look at three things: the form, the stated dose and the combinations that make sense. We prefer products that name the amount of chlorophyllin per serving, because a deep green colour tells you nothing about how much is in there. We stock liquids for people who want to adjust their dose and capsules for people who dislike the taste. We skip bottles that hide the amount inside a proprietary blend, and we do not carry products whose promises run ahead of the ingredient. We buy directly from the brands, our compliance team checks every label before it goes live, and independent labs spot-check batches. Read how we select brands and products.
Who it suits, and what to expect
Chlorophyll suits people who eat few green vegetables and want a simple, vegan-friendly green addition to their water, and people who prefer a liquid over another capsule. Be aware of one honest limitation: European food safety rules have not authorised a health claim for chlorophyll itself, so we make none. What you get is a plant pigment with a long history of everyday use, in a form you can dose consistently. If you want a nutrient-driven reason to buy, a green food such as spirulina powder or tablets may fit you better, since its vitamin and mineral content is declared on the label. Both can sit in the same routine; chlorophyll is the pigment, spirulina is the whole plant.
Frequently asked questions
What is chlorophyll?
Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants and algae. It captures sunlight so the plant can make its own energy, which is why leaves, grasses and algae are green. In food you get it from spinach, kale, parsley, rocket, wheatgrass and green algae. As a supplement it is isolated from a chlorophyll-rich plant, usually alfalfa, and sold as drops, a liquid you dose by the spoon, or capsules.
What is the difference between chlorophyll and chlorophyllin?
Chlorophyll is the natural pigment; chlorophyllin is the stable version used in supplements. In the plant, a magnesium atom sits at the centre of the molecule. In sodium copper chlorophyllin that magnesium is swapped for copper, which keeps the colour stable and makes the pigment dissolve in water instead of fat. That is useful in a bottle you keep for months. So if the front says chlorophyll and the ingredients say chlorophyllin, both are correct.
Which form should I choose: drops, liquid or capsules?
It depends on how you want to dose it and whether the taste bothers you.
| Form | Dosing | Taste | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concentrated drops | Per drop, flexible | Mild, often mint | Daily water bottle |
| Liquid by the spoon | 10 to 15 ml | Grassy, plant-like | Larger servings |
| Capsules | Fixed per capsule | None | Travel, no staining |
| Green food powder | By the scoop | Strong, green | Whole-plant nutrients |
Compare milligrams per serving before you compare prices.
How do you take liquid chlorophyll?
Shake the bottle, then add the stated serving to a glass of water or juice and drink it. Most people take it once a day, often in the morning, simply because it is easy to remember. Follow the serving on the label rather than a number you read online, since concentrations differ widely between brands. Keep a liquid in the fridge after opening. Our drops and liquid formats make small adjustments easy if a full serving feels too strong at first.
Does chlorophyll stain teeth or turn stool green?
The pigment can leave a temporary green tint on your tongue, and it stains fabric, worktops and light-coloured cups, so wipe spills quickly. Rinsing your mouth with water after drinking usually prevents any tint on teeth. Green or dark-green stool is common when you take chlorophyll and simply means the colour passed through your gut. If you would rather avoid all of this, capsules are the practical choice.
How long does it take before I notice anything?
Treat chlorophyll as a slow, quiet addition, not something you feel within a day. If you use it for a reason of your own, give it two to three weeks of consistent daily use before you judge it, the same window we suggest for most supplements. Effects on how you feel are personal and no European health claim has been authorised for chlorophyll, so we cannot promise a specific result. What you can rely on is a steady, measurable intake if you take it daily.
Can I take chlorophyll while pregnant or on medication?
Chlorophyll is not a standard supplement for pregnancy or breastfeeding, and it has not been studied in those groups the way vitamins have. As with any food supplement, speak to your midwife, GP or pharmacist first. The same applies if you take prescription medication, since supplements can interact. One detail worth knowing: sodium copper chlorophyllin contains copper, so if you already take a multivitamin or mineral product, check the total copper you get across all products.
Is chlorophyll the same as a greens powder such as chlorella or spirulina?
No. A chlorophyll supplement is the isolated pigment, standardised to a set amount per serving, with little else in it. Chlorella and spirulina are whole organisms: they contain chlorophyll plus protein, iron, B vitamins and fibre-like cell walls, but the chlorophyll content is usually lower per serving and often not declared. Choose the pigment if you want a clear, repeatable dose and a neutral taste. Choose the whole green food if you want a broader nutrient profile on the label.
Why do prices differ so much between chlorophyll products?
Three things drive the difference. First, concentration: some bottles state around 100 mg of chlorophyllin per serving, others far less, so the same volume can hold very different totals. Second, servings per bottle, which depends on whether you dose by drop or by 15 ml spoon. Third, the source and processing of the raw material, and whether flavourings or preservatives are added. Divide the price by the number of servings and by the milligrams per serving, and most of the gap explains itself.
