Saturday, November 10, 2012

BHBW Presents: Sea Vegetables


While many people are seeking to make health and wellness a priority, the trend of incorporating sea vegetables is on the rise. From making soaps, conditioners and even novelty chips, sea vegetables are making their way to the mainstream. Which is an awesome thing because conventional diet lacks sufficient amounts of iodine and other antioxidants. But for those of you that may not be familiar with sea vegetables, allow me to provide a brief introduction.

Sea vegetables are seaweeds that grow in or around coastal regions and oceans. They are truly one of nature's most potent super foods. From addressing thyroid issues to weight loss and hair growth, sea veggies, are crucial to restoring health imbalances. Additionally, sea vegetables can be added to compost, and can even be used as a mulch within the garden.

In this week's segment I discuss dulse, bladderwrack and irish moss. I also make mention of nori and kelp. Here are some nutritional points about each one:
 
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Nori: Reduces the risk of heart disease
    Contains high levels of B-12 
 
 
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Dulse:  Mild flavor and iodine rich
                                 Protects the body from harmful radiation
 
 
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Bladderwrack:  Very strong smell and taste
                                                  Great for weightloss and reducing cellulite
 
 
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Irish moss:  Contains 92 body essential minerals
Ultimate skin nourisher
 
 
 
Kelp:  Alkaline rich
                                         Wonderful source of chlorophyll
 
 
No matter which sea vegetable you select, just be sure that its source is one that is harvested in a sustainable and wild crafted way. There have been reports about levels of radioactive iodine being found in sea vegetables as well as other foods (The Fukushima Effect). It is a great idea to do your due diligence before indulging. Here is a quick word about radioactive iodine and its implications on RT news.
 
 
All in all, sea vegetables can be used in soups, salads, teas and smoothies.  Other creative uses are body wraps and even taking seaweed baths.  Find out which way works for you and if you have discovered any other uses for sea vegetables, share the wealth :)
 
 
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Karolyn Oakley

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