Seaweed the New Superfood

Did you know that seaweed is a Superfood?

Rich source of vitamins and minerals. Many people avoid the thought of eating algae from the sea. Seaweed is actually not as bad as one may think and is definitely worth a try. It is usually derived from the Red or Green Algae known commonly as Nori in the Chinese and Japanese culture.

This new superfood is actually considered a great delicacy in Asian culture. commonly found in dried snack form, powder, or used in sushi recipes.

What does it taste like?

You ask people if they have ever tried seaweed. The first reaction is usually with a comment of “Eww, Gross“. I purchased a package of roasted seaweed, and I found it quite likable. My family, on the other hand, will not try it. Ok, So it may taste a bit foreign to some. Acquiring a taste for unfamiliar foods is important when searching for healthy unique foods.

I actually like eating it raw, roasted in coconut oil. and sea salt. That may not be the case for everyone. So how do you consume something so good for you if you don’t tolerate it well? You can add a sheet of the dried seaweed to many dishes such as soups, teas, smoothies, and Goulash’s sauces and more without even tasting it. Your family won’t even know it is there.

Nori Processing

Nori is bred, farmed, and cultivated in ocean crops. Nori is not sold in the fresh state but is immediately dried into sheets. This was formerly carried out by a laborious sun-drying process, but the job is now highly mechanized.

The farmers only take what they can process in one day. The nori is first washed with freshwater then fed into a shredding machine which reduces it to pieces 0.5 x 1 cm in size. The cut nori is then thoroughly mixed with freshwater, 4 kg of nori per 100 liters. Read more interesting info on seaweed farming and cultivation here

Sea Veggies and what they do?

One of the most Healthiest Foods.
Benefits Include Immunity, Thyroid, Adrenals Anti-Inflammatory, and Hormones. Contain great sources of Bioavailable Iron and high Vita C, Phytonutrients, sulfated Polysaccharides, Alkaloid Antioxidants among others., Kelp has a high mineral Iodine content.

It helps with Insulin sensitivities and can decrease Glucose production. Modifies aspects of a Women’s menstrual cycle by decreasing estrogen secretion, Which may lower the risk of breast cancer and colon cancers.

The benefits of seaweed.

• Rich in Iodine (which aids in a healthy Thyroid)
• Vita-K
• Great source of Iron
• The richest source of Calcium
• Magnesium,
• Vita B12,
• Anti-Inflammatory and Bacterial properties
• Natural Detoxifier
• Polysaccharides
• Improves Digestion
• Reduces LDL
• Lowers blood pressure
• Aids in weight loss
• High Fiber

Healing powers

Seaweed is also known to have many healing powers. In Europe and North America, Here they claim seaweed may help cold, influenza symptoms. We might need to eat a few sheets when the next cold or flu veers its ugly head. Reduce arthritis pain and tuberculosis.

They have also claimed that it has been known to increase attractiveness to the opposite sex. So that reason alone may be beneficial to aid in one’s love life.

Dried seaweed is the best source of minerals. It is commonly used for Sushi wrap with the filling of your choice. You may purchase it as I did in a package. This product  Roasted Seaweed is all-natural lightly salted roasted seaweed. It is Vegetarian, Low Fat, No MSG, No Sugar, No Trans Fat, Non-Dairy, No Cholesterol, Non-GMO product. Only 30 Calories per pack. Check out your local T&T Chinese store, they have a great selection as well.