Chlorella
Chlorella vulgaris
Mechanism
Chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris) is a single-celled freshwater microalga with a high content of chlorophyll, protein, carotenoids, B vitamins and trace elements. It is traditionally used as a supplier of nutrients and vital substances as well as for general support; individual constituents are credited with antioxidant properties. Controlled equine studies on clinical endpoints are largely lacking. Quality and purity depend strongly on origin and cell-wall disruption, which is why attention should be paid to tested products.
Cautions
- · Heavy-metal/contaminant load possible depending on origin — only tested quality with a batch CoA
- · Mind the iodine and micronutrient content — avoid double supply with mineral feed/other algae
Sources
Frequently asked questions
Is Chlorella a feed or a veterinary medicine for horses?
Equiterna classes Chlorella as “Complementary feed”. Legal framework: Regulation (EU) 2019/6 / TAMG (DE/AT), Feed Regulation (EC) 767/2009.
Is Chlorella allowed at FEI competitions?
In the profile, Chlorella is listed with the FEI status “Not listed”. The current FEI list is authoritative, so please check its latest version.
Which dosage do the sources give for Chlorella?
Stated in the profile: product-specific; practice about 10-30 g/animal/day (large horse), introduce gradually. This is information from the literature, not an instruction for an individual horse.
Which sources are there for Chlorella?
The profile cites: EFSA NDA and Review Chlorella.
Usage note
This content is for information and education. It does not replace veterinary diagnosis or treatment. If your horse shows signs of illness, consult a veterinarian.
“Nothing forced can ever be beautiful.”
Equiterna is an intermediary platform for equine knowledge, marketplace and tools — not a veterinary-medicines dealer, veterinary practice or pharmacy. Compound information is source-attributed (PubMed, specialist journals, NRC/GfE, EU regulations) and free of healing claims. Legal framework: Regulation (EU) 2019/6 / TAMG (DE/AT), Feed Regulation (EC) 767/2009, FEI Prohibited Substances List, HWG.