Kelp Seaweed Powder

Kelp is probably one of the best value nutrients supplements we know of. It is extremely rich in minerals and like all of the superfoods listed on our site, it is extremely alkalizing.

Half a kilo of kelp (1 pound) only costs about $US6. If a person were to actually harvest this amount of kelp, dry it and powder it, which we did ourselves off the coast of Ireland, they would be shocked at how much kelp it actually takes to get 1 pound of dry powder. The same goes actually for all of the green superfoods such as Barley Grass, Spirulina and Wheat Grass.

Kelp is excellent for heating the body, hence people with cold bodies or living in cold places may benefit.

It makes an excellent supplement for daily life and also provides much needed nutrition while on a colon cleanse or detox.

The Kelp Powder we recommend is totally organic and is an excellent price as it comes straight from the bulk suppliers in America.

Also known as- Laminaria digitata and Ascophyllum nodosum, Sea vegetable, Sea-Weed, Sea Frond and Atlantic Seaweed.

Introduction
Kelp is an underwater plant with a majestic form, deep green color and a high nutritional yield. Commonly referred to as "seaweed" this botanical beauty is not from the common "seaweed" but rather a different classification of plant entirely. Care and importance should be taken when consuming kelp and one should know its origin. Many of the world's oceans are suffering from pollution, so it is best to use a Kelp product from clean, pristine and protected ocean. Hawaii, Iceland, Canada, and the North West United States are all choice locations for quality Kelp products. Kelp is a great source of nutrients and can be added easily to any diet from both the digitata and nodosum varieties.

Constituents
Iodine, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Vitamin B1, B2, B12 and polysaccharides

Parts Used
Powdered or granulated whole kelp plant, which has been sun dried, cleaned and processed.

Typical preparations
Powdered kelp can be easily included in practically every dish. You may sprinkle it on entrees, soups, salads, and it makes a marvelous drink in the form of a "green smoothie". Also adds well in teas and in iced drinks. Encapsulated kelp is also available as well as the liquid extract from the fresh plant.

Summary
Japanese studies have shown that the high Iodine value in Kelp assists with healthy thyroid function and these results have been overwhelmingly supportive in it being an effective treatment for hypothyroidism. Preliminary tests are showing that it may be effective in the supplemental treatment of tumors, however to date these reports have not been validated.

Precautions
While Kelp may be used liberally, overuse is not recommended because of the danger of triggering Hyperthyroidism.

General Analysis (USDA Average)
Crude Protein- 8.5%
Crude Fiber- 4.0%
Fat- 2.0%
Carbohydrates- 47.5%
Calcium- 2.1%
Sodium- 4.0%
Potassium- 2.7%