Seaweed Superfoods
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Japonica (Kelp, Oarweed, Kombu) |
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Beta-Carotene is a pigment and strong antioxidant that has been shown to have many beneficial mental health related benefits as well as aiding in the body's synthesis of Vitamin A Taurine is an amino-acid used to maintain regular body functions including managing nervous system excitations. Alginates are polysaccharides frequently used in the pharmaceutical and culinary industries as a gelling, or thickening agent. Fucoidan is a polysaccharide shown to reduce hyperplasia, or rapid cell replication. Laminarin is another polysaccharide that is a glucose based carbohydrate--a great source of energy! Mannitol is a low calorie sugar substitute shown to reduce cellular swelling in your kidneys and brain. Fucoxanthin is a pigment shown to actually enhance the metabolism of fat. Iodine is a critical mineral in the production of hormones in the thyroid gland, which help govern many aspects of our health including growth. Too much iodine, however, can lead to ill effects such as goiters. Calcium is a critical mineral for bone development as well as healthy circulatory functions. Magnesium is a mineral that is critical not only the growth of bones, but also in maintaining a healthy acid/base balance in the digestive tract. Iron is a mineral that enhances hemoglobins oxygen carrying abilities between cells, thus enhancing overall health and living. |
Kombu is a Japanese native seaweed that is now one of the two most consumed species of seaweed in Asia. Most of the Kombu is grown for alginates on rope farms in the Asian Pacific, however there are still several health benefits gained from eating Kombu. It can be found in a variety of forms ranging from powdered leaves to supplement pills. One Place to Buy Kombu is:General Health Benefits include:
Recipes Containing Kombu |
