2 min read THERE’S THIS TREND in the wellness world where people are taking chlorophyll supplements—either in pill or potion form—in order to better their overall health. Because if chlorophyll is good for plants, the thinking goes, and plants are good for humans, then surely chlorophyll must be good for humans. Why not cut out the middle-flora because who the hell likes eating kale anyway? You have to admit that it’s a strong argument, but chlorophyll is complicated—and the effects of chlorophyll supplementation on human health is something science doesn’t yet quite understand. So before you start taking a chlorophyll capsule, drop, shot, or drink, allow the research and experts to explain a few things first. Looking to improve your health? Check out The Ultimate Men’s Health Supplement Guide . What Even Is Chlorophyll? “Chlorophyll is the pigment that gives green plants their color, but it also serves some life-sustaining functions for plants,” says Kim Yawitz , a registered dietitian in St. Louis, Mo.…