Bladderwrack

Ocean vegetation are some of the most nutrient dense foods on the Planet. Bladderwrack is a type of kelp that can be found off the coasts of most northern coasts. This kelp has been used for centuries as a weight loss aid and was listed as the original source for iodine in the 19th century.

Since then consuming Bladderwrack was discovered to be a great treatment method for most Thyroid conditions and other hormonal imbalances. Bladderwrack is also great for speeding up the metabolism, helping you loose weight particularly body fat. This sea vegetable is also a natural diuretic, It contains high amounts of different types of fiber the main ones being Alginic acid and Fucoidan. Alginic acid relieves constipation, adds bulk to bowels and is also great at healing gastric ulcers and treating colon cancer. Fucoidan has anti-tumor properties and effectively lowers blood sugar levels and cholesterol levels. Bladderwrack also has anti aging antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.

The nutrient profile for Bladderwrack is also very diverse which is why it should be a staple in your diet. Bladderwrack is rich in magnesium, calcium, potassium, iodine, sulfur, silicon, iron, sodium and high in some B-complex vitamins. It contains moderate amounts of selenium, zinc, phosphorus and manganese. Bladderwrack contains small amounts of Vitamins A, C, E, G, K and S and has trace amounts of bromine.

Bladderwrack is mostly sold in powdered form and this does not compromise the nutrients in any significant way. Make sure you pick some up next time you search for potent healthy-healing herbs!