Seaweed is not for sushi only. Kelp is the best natural source of trace minerals. It is also a good source of protein and a rich source of iodine and iron, iodine is important for the proper functioning of thyroid and iron is important for blood cell function.
Nutritive Value of Seaweeds : Per 100 gm.
- Vitamin A : 2 I.U.
- Niacin : 5.7 mg.
- Calcium : 1,093 mg.
- Iron : 100 mg.
- Phosphorus : 240 gm.
- Fat : 1.1 gm.
- Carbohydrates : 40.2 gm.
- Protein : 7.5 gm
Health Benefits of Seaweeds :
- Kelps correct mineral deficiencies.
- A good protective food, valuable in overcoming poor digestion, preventing and overcoming goiter (because it is the richest source of iodine), and rebuilding and maintaining the proper function of all glands.
- Reported to aid in brain development.
- Offsets deficiencies of an inferior diet.
- Kelp helps prevent osteoporosis.
- Beneficial for those suffering from impotence, anemia and emaciation.
- Helps to detoxify the body.
- Helps to increase metabolism.
- May help in controlling obesity because it dissolves fatty wastes through the skin.
- Seaweed bath helps maintain hormone balance for a more youthful body.
Just beware of where it is harvested. Wouldn't want to get it from the Gulf of Mexico (or the southern end of the Eastern Seaboard, for that matter), would we...?
ReplyDeleteI stick with the stuff from China, since I am so close to Chinatown.
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