Seaweed is a term given a variety of sea vegetables, ranging from algae to sea plants. Despite his status trendy superfood, lSeaweed has been used for thousands of years, primarily in Asian cuisine, especially in Japan, Korea and China.
- It is believed that there over 10,000 types of algaewhich reflects its great diversity in both taste and nutritional value.
- The most popular type of algae is nori, which is dried into sheets and widely used to make sushi. Other common varieties include dulce, arame, wakame, seaweed and spirulina.
- You can eat seaweed fresh, dried, boiled or powdered.
Seaweeds are a rich and varied source of nutrients and have been shown to have health benefits.
1/ High content in essential nutrients such as plant protein, B vitamins, iron, calcium, iodine, and omega-3 fatty acids.
2/ Digestive and friends of the gut microbiotaas they are rich in soluble and insoluble fiber and act as prebiotics to help regulate constipation. (banner-AMP_addoor)
3/ Cardiovascular health for containing omega-3 fatty acids such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which have been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects that help improve heart health.
4/ Strengthen your defensessince they contain biologically active compounds such as fucane and laminarin, which can improve immune function and reduce inflammation in the body.
5/ Helps maintain a healthy weight for its rich fiber, iodine content and low calorie content. The carotenoid fucoxanthin also improves insulin resistance, helps balance blood sugar, and reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes.
6/ Antioxidants: Some contain antioxidants such as carotenoids, chlorophyll, flavonoids, and steroids, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and may protect against free radical damage.
7/ Strengthen bone health for the content of calcium, magnesium and other minerals for bone health, which can prevent osteoporosis.
The health benefits of seaweed vary depending on the type and amount consumed.
Attention:
Seaweed is a source of iodine, a mineral associated with good thyroid function, which should be considered by people with thyroid problems. They also have a high capacity to absorb toxic heavy metals such as cadmium, mercury, aluminum and lead. Therefore, regulated seaweed should be selected, preferably organic and from clean waters.
