The wonderful effects of seaweed on health
As a marine plant, belonging to the seaweed group, seaweed is rich in minerals, antioxidants, and vitamins essential for health.
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| Seaweed, also known as algae, are marine plants belonging to the seaweed group. They are a healthy food, good for health and are also used as a herbal medicine. |
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| Blood Pressure Control: Uncontrolled high blood pressure increases the risk of heart attack or stroke. Chlorella has been shown to help regulate blood pressure in people with high blood pressure. One study in hypertensive patients found that 1.5 grams of pure chlorella per day led to a reduction in blood pressure over a six-month period, as well as a reduction in symptoms associated with high blood pressure. |
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| Contains antioxidants: Seaweed is rich in antioxidants. As a healthy food, seaweed can help the body fight oxidative stress and prevent chronic diseases such as cancer and digestive disorders. |
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| Mood booster: According to a 2015 study, chlorella seaweed is one of the most effective foods for people with depression. Specifically, 1.8 grams of chlorella significantly improved physical and cognitive symptoms of depression as well as anxiety symptoms in patients receiving antidepressant treatment. |
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| Source of vitamins and minerals: Seaweed contains more nutrients than any other vegetable grown on land. They are a good source of micronutrients such as folate, calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron and selenium. More importantly, seaweed is a great source of iodine. |
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| Boost bone health: According to Rodriguez, seaweed contains about seven times more calcium than milk. For example, wakame seaweed provides 15 percent of your daily value of calcium, which is essential for bone growth and prevention of osteoporosis. |
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| Digestive Support: Some people experience bloating and stomach pain when eating beans. If this happens to you, add kombu seaweed, a very popular seaweed, to the beans and the symptoms will disappear. |
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| Fat absorption: According to a 2010 study, eating seaweed can reduce fat absorption by up to 75%, by inhibiting the effects of the digestive enzyme lipase. |
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| Thyroid Support: Our bodies depend on healthy thyroid function to manage our metabolism. Seaweed, especially wakame, provides about 164 micrograms of iodine, which is essential for a healthy thyroid. |
