The Japanese are among the greatest consumers of seaweeds and many seaweed or sea vegetable varieties are best known by Japanese  and Chinese names.

Vegetables & seaweed.

Land plants require a rigid structure cable of withstanding the constant pull of  gravity, which marine plants do not need. Instead they do need a flexible structure to accommodate the varying stresses as result of current and wave motion. Seaweed and Algae have unlike there earthly cousins no roots, leaves, or vascular systems. They nourish themselves through osmosis, attracting gases and nutrients dissolved in the watery environment that is their home. Because of the lack of a vascular system the minerals /nutrients in seaweeds are in colloidal form, able to retain their molecular identity in liquid suspension.  

Seaweeds do need light to grow.

Seaweed is a Photosynthetic organism, relying on a variety of pigments to capture light energy from the sun.

                      Color,(photosynthetic pigments), food storage and Cell Wall components.

Fiber or cell wall components 

Seaweeds itself constitute a source of dietary fiber that differ chemically and physical from those of land plants and induce different physiological effects. Referenced data indicates that algal dietary fiber may show important functional activities, such as antioxidant, anti-mutagen and anticoagulant effect, anti-tumor activity, and an important role in the modification of lipid metabolism in human body. An increase in their consumption would elevate the foods offer to population.
Many physical ailments in both humans and their companion animals can be regularly resolved with the simple addition of a little seaweeds to their respective diets. However you have to act in the here and now to reap the benefits later.

Another important fact ,that all life started at the oceans (water), our common origin.   Life’s watery beginning continues to be present in all living processes, plant, fish, birds and animal alike. That seawater has almost the same proportion of minerals as the human blood. 

It is a universal type food and plants, fish, birds, animal can benefit from its use.

Applications.

Applications; alternative Health, alternative Medicine, Health Foods, Health Products, Dietary Supplements, Nutrition, Mineral &Vitamin, pet food, cosmetics, bath, drinks, fertilizer, bio fuel etc.

Early Medicine

The ‘Folk medicine’ in coastal zones made extensive use of a variety of seaweed species. With advances in medicine today, the reasons behind the success of some these treatments are being elucidated, because we now understand more of the nutritional and biochemical properties of different seaweed’s or algae. Knowledge of the tonic and healing powers of seaweed was passed down among coastal peoples from generation to generation Because the mineral content of sea vegetables is extraordinary, and seen as the root of most of their healing properties. Been part of the traditional diet of all coastal cultures, like Japan and China, Hawaii, Wales, Scotland, Iceland and Ireland.

Seen as a very valuable product, nutritive, source of salt, for seasoning/fermenting or as herb/medicine.

We all do need a little bit of Seaweed. Regular, long term dietary inclusion is reputed to help regulate metabolism and energy, stimulate the immune system, soothe the digestive tract, cleanse the blood, protect against bacterial and viral infection, maintain healthy cellular function, and support the proper functioning of the endocrine glands especially the thyroid

Whole food; vegetables, fruit, spice and herbs.

For the first 8000 years of civilization, humans relied on foods and herbs for medicine. It is only in the past 70 years have we forgotten our medicinal "roots" in favor of patent medicines. While pharmaceuticals have their value, we should not forget the well-documented, non-toxic and inexpensive healing properties of whole foods.

Most of the seaweed is sold in dehydrated form, as flakes, leaves, granules, sheets, or powder. Easy in use and to store. Use for soups, salads, and various dishes, casseroles, stew, or stir-fried with veggies. Eaten with cereals, grains like rice, bread and pasta. We ship internationally. Can call upon other harvesters in case we do not store it, see list

Health, Spirituality and Human Consciousness.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine our bodies and our selves reflecting the natural world, our lifestyle the food we use.  Within Ancient traditions; the power of the Earth (plants) to be combined with products of the Sea (flexibility) and variation (spices and herbs), Key to a long and healthy life. Spirituality and consciousness important; the main point stressed that life to be sought by man, not in himself or in his own power, but from outside, from Him who is emphatically to Life. (God, Spirit, Nature, Conscious). The alternative, the man made/ruled society, the development of the City, State and industrialization, his obsession with material goods and at the end questions about the value of its foundations, what is best for humanity, sharing values, its longevity.

 Wellness/relaxation/addiction

The Holistic approach.

Your body is an antenna, and your body can’t receive and comprehend the whole message from Universe unless it contains all the trace elements of the Universe, to increase sensibility. Not the amount in weight but numbers present within the body important.  To be available within the body of humans and animals, the minerals and trace elements have to be chelated or colloidal forms, a concept known as “bio-availability.”

Another advantage is, using the more complex salts present in seaweeds, you will have less craving for simple junk food (salt). The craving for salt, despite the fact that most food are heavily salted, with sodium chloride, home-cooking, restaurant meals, and preserved foods is a strong indication of potassium deficiency. Potassium is essential for even minimal nerve and muscle functioning , cross-membrane transport, for neurotransmitters and hormones. Our body cannot differenciate between salt (sodium chloride) and the essential potassium chloride. To much salt (sodium chloride) is not good and should be avoided. Seaweed and Algae are World’s last unique resort and can Help’s to reconnect with nature, become whole, satisfied and healthy again.

 Rockweed tea, Sea Seasonings & flavoring and salt replacements

Irish Rockweed is an important ingredient by the production of slimming tea. In general, this tea is made from rockweed that has been air- or sun-dried, but it can also be made from fresh seaweed.

Flavoring for the vegetarian market, the ground sea vegetables impart a natural seafood dimension to flavour profiles. Kelp is one of the seaweeds used to enhance existing flavours without MSG or other chemicals.

Salt: Seaweed Table Condiment contains between 35-45% of minerals, low in sodium content and high in potassium.These ‘dried pieces of specially prepared wild Seakelp or seaweed-wrack have a subtle, nutty vegetable flavor. Kelps have higher potassium content than other seaweeds.

 To take advantage of the healthful—and tasty—benefits of edible seaweeds, have a look at a nearby specialty food store, gourmet shops, Asian markets or other natural food stores. Looking for something not easily found or locally available you can order from us. Most edible seaweeds can be obtained year-round from our online store. Seaweed sold in their dehydrated form and stored in an airtight plastic bags. Sold as; flakes, leaves, granules, sheets, or powder. Low cost shipping, worldwide. To order page.