Health benefits of seaweed

Roughly seaweed • nori • kelp • Wakame • kombu • dulse • Different types of blue-green algae. The he...


Roughly seaweed
• nori
• kelp
• Wakame
• kombu
• dulse
• Different types of blue-green algae. The health benefits of eating seaweed are as follows.

1) Contains high nutrients.
• Seaweed is high in iron and iodine. Each type of seaweed contains different nutrients and minerals. According to studies, the nutrients obtained from seaweed include protein, Carbohydrates fiber minerals Contains polyunsaturated fatty acids. According to studies published in the Journal of Applied Phycology, seaweed contains vitamin C, BA Contains E and antioxidants.

2) It can help thyroid function.
Thyroid gland regulates and produces hormones. To generate energy from hormones, It can be used for growth and repair of cellular tissue.
Iodine is necessary for proper thyroid function. However, depending on thyroid function, only about the amount needed by a person is needed.
Iodine deficiency slows thyroid function. You should see an enlarged thyroid gland. Adequate amounts of iodine are needed to prevent hypothyroidism.
Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland works too much and produces large amounts of hormones. This is because the body has an excessive amount of iodine. Algae does not cause iodine deficiency due to its high iodine content.

3) Helps control diabetes.
Seaweed can help control diabetes. It is rich in fiber and can help with diabetes. Being rich in fiber helps regulate insulin and glucose levels in the blood. Low in calories. According to a 2018 study, it can reduce both type 2 diabetes.

4) It helps intestinal health.
An important job for the bacteria in the gut is to break down food and aid in digestion. Seaweed contains fiber that is good for the gut. Dried seaweed contains 23 - 64 percent fiber. Fiber keeps bacteria in the gut alive. Bacteria in the gut convert fiber into compounds that are good for gut health and the immune system. It helps with constipation and vomiting because it keeps the gut healthy.

5) Lose weight.
Due to fiber, it is easy to digest and beneficial for weight loss. Fiber keeps the stomach full for a long time after eating. It can help with frequent hunger pangs. Since the stomach is full, it stops signaling the brain that it is hungry for a long time, allowing it to go without food for a long time.

6) Heart healthy.
According to studies, the fiber contained in seaweed reduces cholesterol levels. As it contains antioxidants, it supports heart health.

Side effects
Eating too much algae can lead to excessive iodine levels. Because nutrients and minerals are absorbed from the sea, they may contain toxic minerals such as aluminum and cadmium. In general, the amount involved is very small, but if you are consuming algae daily, these toxins can accumulate in the body. It is stated in the studies of Scientific Reports that if you consume a large amount every day for a long time, it may not be good.
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