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Unbelievable, Seaweed contains neither roots nor blood vessels, feeding directly from the seawater through the plant (Cells) surface. It is able to taking full advantage of all the nutrients present in the sea without having to undergo any complex transformations. Sea plants are regarded as more potent than land plants because they contain a great number of
organic compounds known as phyto (plant) chemicals. Many of these organic
compounds are necessary, but missing in our modern food supply. This mineral
content of seaweed,
vegetables, and fiber is extraordinary, and lies at the root of many of their reputed healing
properties. The major minerals are instrumental in all kinds of life-sustaining
activities in your body. Although therapeutic seaweed constituents can be
extracted and are available and used in cases of chronic conditions, it is
easier and cheaper to use whole seaweeds, not extracts. Use the seaweed
uncooked if possible.
Nutrition Chart.(Indication)Sea vegetables are virtually fat-free, low calorie and one of the richest sources of minerals and fiber in the vegetable kingdom. They have ready access to the abundance of minerals found in the ocean. Coastal peoples all over the world have prized seaweed as a source of valuable nutrients, primarily minerals, for eons. Ancient tradition: the power of the Earth (plants) to be combined with products of the sea (flexibility), key to a long and healthy life.
In fact, seaweed contains 10 to 20 times the amount of minerals, trace elements, and vitamins than found in commercially grown land vegetables. Gram for gram, they are higher in vitamins and minerals than any other class of food. In addition, they have outstanding nutritional profiles. Essential fatty acids, nucleic acids like RNA and DNA, and phyto-chemicals as carotenoids. Recommended use 2 gram (1DR)/day.
Average Composition of Kelp/konbu/kombu.General,dietary fiber 40 % Ash content 30 % Salt (NaCl) 15 % Moisture 10 % Protein 5 % Fat 1 % Minerals,Chlorine 10 % Sodium 3 % Potassium 8 % Calcium 1.5% Nitrogen 1.3% Sulphur 1.0% Magnesium 0.7% Iodine 0.6% Phosphorus 0.4% Trace elements,Phosphorus (P), Iron (Fe), l (Al), Arsen (As), Mangan (Mn), Zinc (Zn), Tin (Sn), Lead (Pb), Manganese. VitaminThiamin (B1): Riboflavin (B2): Niacin (B3): Ascorbic acid (C): B12 Protein.Alanine. Arginine, Aspartic acid, Cystine, Glycine, Glutamic acid, Histidine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Tyrosine, Valine Fat.1 % in Lipids, (high in PUFA)Seaweed is used to help to build and sustain the broad nutritional balance of vitamins, minerals, and vital nutrients on which optimum health and vitality depend. They are low-calorie foods, with a high concentration of minerals, vitamins, proteins (digestible and indigestible), carbohydrates, and lipids. Such nutrition is necessary for our journey to optimal health and wellness.Applications.Applications include: alternative health, alternative medicine, health foods, health products, dietary supplements, nutrition, minerals and vitamins, 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. 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 is seen as the root of most of their healing properties. Seaweed has been part of the traditional diet of all coastal cultures, like Japan and China, Hawaii, Wales, Scotland, Iceland, and Ireland. With advances in medicine today, the reasons behind the success of some of these treatments are being elucidated, because we now understand more of the nutritional and biochemical properties of different seaweeds or algae.
Many physical ailments in both humans and their companion animals can be regularly resolved with the simple addition of a little seaweed to their respective diets. However you have to act in the here and now to reap the benefits later. People consider themselves healthy unless they are ill or overweight, a kind of borderline health. Optimum health is more. For optimum health you need to achieve vitality, mental clarity, and improved digestion. Most of us need to consider weight loss as a reduced risk for development of serious diseases. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Most of the seaweed is sold in dehydrated form, as flakes, leaves, granules, sheets, or powder. Easy to use and to store. Use for soups, salads, various dishes, casseroles, stew, or stir-fried with veggies. It may also be eaten with cereals and grains like rice, bread, and pasta. We can call upon other harvesters in case we do not have an item you want: see list. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Rockweed Tea, Seasonings and Flavoring, and Salt Replacements
Irish Rockweed or Wack 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.
Used as flavouring 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.
Seasoning & flavourings.
A Japanese
scientist observed in 1907 that there was a taste, common to many savoury
foods, which did not fall into the category of the four well known tastes of
sweet, sour, bitter and salty. Professor Ikeda called this new taste
"umami". Through experiments with stock prepared from kombu seaweed
(an ingredient in traditional Japanese cuisine) he identified glutamate as the
source of umami and decided to use it to produce a food seasoning. MSG was
first marketed in Japan in 1909. It occurs in virtually all protein containing
foods including meats, fish, vegetables and dairy products. Various cheeses,
tomatoes, peas and mushrooms are among the foods richest in glutamate.
Glutamate from our diet is a source of energy for the digestive system, and the
human body itself produces around 48 grams of glutamate every day. Kelp/kombu
is still used for its ability to stimulate or strengthen the taste and flavor
of the food it is cooked or mixed.
The flavor enthancing properties of sea kelp without dominating the flavor present the basis of its popularity/success and wide applications.
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Online shop.
To take advantage of the healthful—and tasty—benefits of edible seaweeds, have a look at nearby specialty food stores, 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 is sold in its dehydrated form and stored in an airtight plastic bags. Sold as: flakes, leaves, granules, sheets, or powder. Low cost shipping, worldwide.
