Seaweed is a Superfood and is part of what I call, the Superfoods family. Don’t hesitate to have a look on my other article “Superfoods” if you don’t remember what a Superfood is.

What Seaweed ?! Really ?

Yes ! You heard it right ! Seaweed may be horrible to see and to meet in the ocean or sea while you are swimming; but it has awesome nutrients properties ! It is also tasting really good, you should try it ! Even though some people might find it.. a little bit special ! ;P

What are real benefits of eating Seaweed ?

Seaweed are a good source of vitamins and minerals. They contain:

• Omega-3 fatty acids (which may prevent sudden heart attack and stroke)
• Vitamin K (play a role in blood clotting, bone metabolism, and regulating blood calcium levels)
• Calcium (which is bone-friendly)
• Magnesium (wait.. another bone-friendly ?!)
• Iron (important component of hemoglobin, the substance in red blood cells that carries oxygen from your lungs to transport it throughout your body)
• Potassium (helping to maintain consistent blood pressure)
• Iodine (important for cognitive function and maintaining a healthy skin)
• Zinc (boost the immune system, and preventing lower respiratory infections)
• Manganese (too many bone-friendly in Seaweed..)

Seaweed is also awesome for:

• The minerals it contains in the fight against diseases.
• Helping with blood pressure regulation.
• Boosting mood.
• Helping with thyroid regulation.

Do not forget that these are in no way some “miracle” food, capable of saving us from diseases. The basis to a good health is simply to eat healthy and to exercise!

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Picture source:

1. https://www.nutritionadvance.com/health-benefits-of-kelp-seaweed/
2. https://www.rd.com/health/healthy-eating/health-benefits-of-seaweed/
3. https://www.jamieoliver.com/news-and-features/features/should-we-eat-more-seaweed/

Sources:

1. https://www.jamieoliver.com/news-and-features/features/should-we-eat-more-seaweed/
2. https://www.rd.com/health/healthy-eating/health-benefits-of-seaweed/
3. https://www.nutritionadvance.com/health-benefits-of-kelp-seaweed/
4. https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/shopping-storing/food/superfoods#seaweed