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Yaeyama Chlorella

Source Naturals
4.6
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(858 ratings)
Iron 4 mg
Protein (unspecified) 2 Gram(s)
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Score78
A good-value 3 g chlorella serving adds vitamin B12 and carotenoids. Protein and iron remain modest secondary contributions.
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Quantity:8 Liquid(s) • (75 servings)
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Score 78

A good-value 3 g chlorella serving adds vitamin B12 and carotenoids. Protein and iron remain modest secondary contributions.
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$24.33($0.32 per serving)
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$ 24.33
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$ 24.33
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Analysis

The serving supplies 3 g of chlorella, 6 mcg of vitamin B12, and carotenoid-derived vitamin A. That combination gives the product a clear whole-algae and micronutrient role.

Protein is limited to 2 g and iron to 4 mg. The iron source is not identified, so absorption quality cannot be assessed from the label.

Seventy-five servings and a low recurring cost support practical routine use. Its value is strongest for chlorella, not as a primary protein or iron supplement.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking chlorella powder
  • People interested in algae-derived micronutrients
Best for
  • Routine chlorella supplementation
  • A low-cost 75-serving supply

Pros

  • Provides 3 g of chlorella
  • Includes 6 mcg of vitamin B12
  • Offers 75 servings

Cons

  • Only 2 g of protein
  • Only 4 mg of iron
  • Iron form is not identified

Nutrient quality

81 Highest impact

Whole chlorella supplies a broad but modest nutrient profile in a focused serving. Protein and iron amounts are too small for targeted supplementation, while most nutrient forms and processing details remain unspecified.

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Ingredient transparency

76 High impact

The whole-food ingredient and nutrition amounts are clearly stated. Species or processing details, complete directions, non-active ingredients, and several nutrient forms are not fully supplied.

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Customer satisfaction

71 High impact

The aggregate rating is good and supported by a large feedback volume. Specific experience details are missing, so recurring problems and purpose fit remain uncertain.

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Value for money

83 Highest impact

Whole chlorella provides fair quality for the accessible serving cost. Serving value is good for a focused whole-food supplement.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
15 Calorie(s)
Protein
2 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Carotenoids)
 180 mcg
Vitamin B12
6 mcg
Iron
4 mg
Chlorella
3 Gram(s)
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Dairy Free Sugar Free Vegetarian
Report overview
Iron · 4 mg OverallScore53
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value

The 4 mg iron serving is below the effective target range for focused supplementation. The label states an iron amount but does not identify the iron compound. Vitamin B12 is present, but qualifying vitamin C and folate support are absent. Cost per serving falls in the collection’s average tier.

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