Move over chai latte, there is a new Instagram worthy drink in town

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2021
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When Tony Stark aka Iron Man was seen sipping on a green drink to detox his body from palladium in the Iron Man films, who knew that a few years down the line that would go on to become a wellness fad ready to break the Internet. Now, people can be seen chugging down this emerald-green drink or in stricter terms, liquid chlorophyll, all over Instagram. From helping improve digestion to clearing out the skin, health enthusiasts have been going gaga over these claims made in favour of the vibrant green drink.  But before we look into this new obsession any further, let us brush up on some basics.   What is Chlorophyll? Chlorophyll is a green pigment that is extremely essential for photosynthesis, as it not only gives it the luscious green colour but also helps absorb sunlight. So, from the leaves on the trees to the spinach in your salad, chlorophyll is present in them all. However, Chlorophyll products available in the form of tinctures and pills do not contain chlorophyll in its natural form. What they actually contain is chlorophyllin - a semi-synthetic chemical containing copper instead of magnesium.  Are there any benefits or risks attached to consuming chlorophyll? The viral videos have apparently claimed that chlorophyll supplements come with health benefits ranging from cancer prevention, skin care and acne treatment and relieving constipation and gas.  But just as how all wellness trends eventually hit a roadblock, so does this one. While people are busy gulping down litres of liquid chlorophyll, it is important to note that there is only a limited amount of research available to prove these claims. As per an article by Cleveland Clinic, there is still room for skepticism and chlorophyll is not a cure-all for all the issues.  If you want to give this trend a try in all its glory, please be aware that there is no evidence available to prove the benefits.  Also Watch: <a href=https://www.editorji.com/story/the-pitfalls-of-getting-your-protein-intake-from-supplements-1622606511656 target=_blank>The pitfalls of getting your protein intake from supplements</a>