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But what is it, and why is everyone suddenly swearing by it?
(Another hyped-up hydrator:alkaline water.)
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And you mightwantto do at least one of those things, because chlorophyll boasts a ton of supposed benefits.
And that’s not all.
Decreased inflammation, in turn, means a reduced risk for cancer."
That’s a lot of hydration hype to live up to.
So, bottoms up!
She swears byThe World Organic’s 100mg Mega Chlorophyllin capsule or liquid form.
(She’s also a fan ofOrganic Burst’s Chlorella Supplementsin tablet or powder form.)
The first drop turned the water really green.
Like really, really green.
I knew that it would be green (thank you, biology class).
But if that’s what one drop looked like, what would 30 drops look like?
And more importantly, what would ittastelike?
It looked like swamp.
By the last drop, my glass of water wasWizard of Oz, Emerald City green.
I took my first sip.
It was almost good!
It was weirdly refreshing.
But I managed to finish, checked my teeth (no stains!)
and shirt (no stains!
), and went off to dinner with friends.
I felt a little burst of energy for the next hour.
I was feeling dehydrated and thirstier than I usually do.
Despite my inability to drink the recommended daily dose of H20, I don’t usually feel thirsty.
But I did this week.
Other than incessant dry-mouth, I didn’t really notice much of a difference.
Imaybefelt like I had a little bit more energy.
I also felt more full throughout the day-but I had pizza for lunchanddinner on Wednesday.
A coworker did, however, compliment my complexion, so maybe the chlorophyll was helping my complexion!
Days 5-7
Another unsolicited compliment on my skin, this time from a different coworker!
Because I was rushed, I didn’t mix the chlorophyll in as much water as I had been.
The more concentrated the chlorophyll, the stronger/worse it tastes.
A nice balance seemed to be 30 drops in about eight to twelve ounces of water, FYI.
One week down, and I haven’t lost any weight.
I can, however, confidently say I feel more energized.
And let’s not forget my glowing skin!
(Also, journalism!)
Again,terrible idea.
Oh my god, was that disgusting.
This was not cheap.
Hopefully, it would be worth it.
Here’s hoping this changes.
Days 12-14
My Pressed Juicery water arrived.
Unfortunately, it’s probably more cost-effective long-term to stick with the drops.
and adding a dropper’s full without meticulously counting each drops.
I was a chlorophyll-water-drinkingpro.
Not ready to commit to the supplement?
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And if Jennifer Lawrence is spotted drinkinganythingelse, I will try it.
