Description
Kelp is a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins, minerals like iodine, and antioxidants. It may help prevent cancer, promote cardiovascular health, and even reduce fat absorption in the gut.
What is kelp?
You may have seen this marine plant at the beach. Kelp is a type of large, brown seaweed that grows in shallow, nutrient-rich saltwater near coastal fronts around the world. It differs slightly in color, flavor, and nutrient profile from the type you may see in sushi rolls.
Kelp also produces a compound called sodium alginate. Food manufacturers use sodium alginate as a thickener in many foods, including ice cream and salad dressing.
But you can eat natural kelp in many different forms, including:
– raw
– cooked
– powdered
– supplements
Nutritional benefits
Because it absorbs the nutrients from its surrounding marine environment, kelp is rich in:
– vitamins
– minerals
– trace elements
Kelp also the following vitamins and minerals:
– Vitamin K1: 55 percent of the daily value (DV)
– Folate: 45 percent of the DV
– Magnesium: 29 percent of the DV
– Iron: 16 percent of the DV
– Vitamin A: 13 percent of the DV
– Pantothenic acid: 13 percent of the DV
– Calcium: 13 percent of the DV
These vitamins and nutrients have health benefits. For example, vitamin K and calcium play a key role in bone health, and folate is essential for cell division.
HEALTH BENEFITS
– Kelp is high in antioxidants, including carotenoids and flavonoids, which help fight against disease-causing free radicals.
– Antioxidant minerals, such as manganese and zinc, help combat oxidative stress.
– May help protect cardiovascular health and prevent cancer
Appearance: Powder texture may vary. Some powder is very fine, while some powder is more coarse. Please take this into consideration when ordering.
Packaging: Our Powders are packaged in airtight Ziplock Bags to avoid spillage. Packaging shown above is a general representation of products, not all sizes and types of packaging may be available at all times.
Recommended storage: Due to the nature of plant/herbal powders that have no additives or preservatives, the powders may clump when the pouch is exposed to heat or moisture. Always store in a cool, dry place.
PLEASE NOTE: Powder colour, Taste, smell, and texture, may vary slightly from batch to batch. Powders has a shelf life of 2 Years when stored properly.
DISCLAIMER: This product is a natural food supplement and not evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is intended for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Consult a healthcare professional before use if you have allergies or medical conditions
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