Sea kale is often found on store shelves. She sells by weight, in jars or as part of Korean salads. Which cabbage to choose and how much it needs to be eaten in order to bring only benefits to the body.
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Sea kale (kelp) - algae, the length of leaves (thalli) of which reaches 10 m or more. The beneficial properties of kelp have been studied for a long time, and for medical purposes cabbage is used almost all over the world. The taste of seaweed is very spicy and specific, but gourmets really appreciate it and use it for cooking various dishes.
Laminaria is a real storehouse of vitamins and minerals. Vitamin A (beta-carotene) improves vision, prevents the onset of cancer, has a beneficial effect on the skin. B vitamins help the nervous system to function properly, improve the condition of the vessels of the brain.
Vitamin C - the first assistant to the immune system, reduces the risk of colds, the formation of cholesterol plaques and atherosclerosis in the vessels. Vitamin E has a positive effect on the condition of the skin, has a beneficial effect on the reproductive function of the body.
There is a list of essential trace elements in seaweed. 100-150 g of this product covers the daily requirement of the body for iodine. Without this trace element, the correct functioning of the thyroid gland is impossible. Iodine accelerates the metabolism, improves performance, improves sleep. Potassium strengthens the heart muscle, which significantly reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. Magnesium relieves nervous tension, irritability, improves sleep quality. Iron prevents the occurrence of anemia by regulating the level of hemoglobin in the blood. Dishes from kelp are indicated for people suffering from hypertension, impaired thyroid function, and chronic constipation.
But, despite the obvious benefits, seaweed use with caution is advised to people with kidney and excretory diseases. Skin diseases, such as furunculosis, acne, urticaria, allergic rashes, are also a contraindication to the use of seaweed.