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Kelp is a majestic underwater plant is deep green in color and offers a high nutritional yield; however, pollution in our oceans can reduce the benefits of Kelp and give Kelp products negative effects. The best quality sources of Kelp are found in clean, pristine, and protected oceans such as Hawaii, Canada, and the North West United States locations. Kelp is a wonderful source of nutrients and can be easily added to any diet. Japanese studies performed on Kelp have shown a high iodine value which assists in healthy thyroid function.
Kelp is a type of seaweed that can be eaten raw, but it usually dried, granulated, or ground into powder. It is also available in a liquid form that can be added to drinking water. Granulated or powdered kelp can be used as condiment and for flavoring, as a salt substitute. If you find the taste unappealing, you can purchase it in tablet form.
KELP DIETARY & MEDICAL USES
Due to overwhelming research results, Kelp has become an effective treatment for hyperthyroidism. Some tests have shown Kelp to be helpful when used as a supplemental treatment of tumors; however, the reports are not conclusive at this time.
Kelp is a rich source of vitamins, especially the B vitamins, as well as of many valuable minerals and trace elements. It is reported to be very beneficial to brain tissue, the membranes surrounding the brain, the sensory nerves, and the spinal cord, as well as the nails and blood vessels. It has been used in the treatment of thyroid problems because of its iodine content, and is useful for other conditions as varied as hair loss, obesity, and ulcers. It protects against the effects of radiation and softens stools. Kelp is recommended as a daily dietary supplement, especially for people with mineral deficiencies.
KELP DOSAGE INFORMATION
Powdered Kelp can be sprinkled on practically every dish, or added to teas and iced drinks. Encapsulated Kelp is also available as well as the liquid extract from the fresh plant. Read products label directions for use.
KELP SAFETY & INTERACTION INFORMATION
Care and importance should be taken when consuming kelp and one should know its origin. Kelp may be used liberally; however extensive use is not recommended because of the danger of triggering hyperthyroidism. Safety in young children, pregnant or nursing women, or those with sever liver or kidney disease is not known.
KELP & SEAWEED SUPPLEMENTS & PRODUCTS
Bladderwrack Herb Tincture, 2 fl. oz.
Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) has proved most useful in the treatment of underactive thyroid glands and goiter. Through the regulation of thyroid function there is an improvement in all the associated symptoms. Where obesity is associated with thyroid trouble, this may be a natural herb for weight loss. Suggested Dosage or Use: Take 6-12 drops in liquid or under the tongue, 1-3 times/day.
Dulse Powder (Rhodymenia Palmata), 4 oz. Bulk
Traditional historical uses include balancing minerals, helps the thyroid and endocrine system, provides energy and is used as a seasoning.
Iodine Dietary Supplement, WaterOz, 16 fl. oz.
Iodine is called the metabolizer. It is one of the most vital of the biochemical elements and has one of the highest vibratory frequency rates of all the elements. It mainly affects the thyroid, which not only controls many important functions in the body, but also keeps us in a quickened state of health. Iodine restores heat and assists calcium in the repair and building of tissue in the body. Iodine is stored mostly in the thyroid, and in smaller amounts in the muscles, skin, and bones. The thyroid gland secretes iodine-containing hormones. Hormones produced by the thyroid regulate and control the metabolism of the body, increasing the assimilation of salts. They also control digestion, heart rate, body temperature, nervous system, reproductive system and body weight. Iodine protects the brain by destroying harmful toxins and helps neutralize toxins in the rest of the body. Iodine aids the assimilation of calcium and silicon. Allergic reactions to iodine occur occasionally, manifesting as skin rashes or acne.
Kelp Seaweed, Norwegian, 100% Natural Acophyllum Nodosum, NOW Foods, 250 mg, 250 VCaps
Kelp (acophyllum nodosum) is a seaweed with a long history of use as a food and as a source of assimilable iodine. Ascophyllum nodosum is a species of kelp that only grows deep in ocean waters. Other off shore kelps may absorb heavy metals and toxins. That is why Now Foods kelp is wild grown Norwegian Kelp, and is comprised only of valuable nutrients from ocean floors. We use the whole dried kelp plant. Kelp is a large, leafy brown algae that belongs to the seaweed family and grows in the colder waters of the world's oceans. It is a good source of marine minerals, including potassium, magnesium, calcium and iron. It is also an excellent source of iodine, which has been shown to support healthy thyroid function. Your thyroid gland is responsible for producing the hormones that support normal cellular metabolism. As with most green foods, kelp also contains vitamins and cell salts essential for good nutrition.
Kelp Seaweed Powder, Norwegian, 4 oz. Bulk
Kelp Seaweed, Laminaria digitata, is a traditional coastal food, very rich in mineral salts: iodine and chlorides (Na, K, Mg), hydro and liposoluble vitamins (A, C, B-1, B-2, PP, K, B-12) and trace elements (Mn, Fe, Cu, Co, B). Very small does of trace elements are absolutely necessary for the metabolism of living beings. Laminaria digitata is also a source of proteins. Fresh algae are freeze-dried (freeze-drying is a vacuum-drying process) in order to preserve their active ingredients undamaged. Laminaria Digitata has a revitalizing and remineralizing mission made possible by its concentrated and large range of proteins, trace elements and vitamins. Laminaria fights excess weight and allows a better assimilation of sugars and fats, thereby reducing the level of cholesterol and supporting a healthy diet. Kelp contains nearly thirty minerals which nourish the glands, especially the thyroid and pituitary. It helps balance the body's metabolism and rate at which it burns calories. Kelp, also known as seaweed, grows in the rich ocean beds, far below surface pollution levels. Because of its high nutrient content, this herb is reputedly beneficial for a wide range of applications. It is known to nourish the sensory nerves, brain membranes, also spinal cord and brain tissue. Kelp contains alginic acid which can help protect the body against the effects of radiation. Usage: Take 1 teaspoon 2 to 3 times a day depending on condition.
Kelp Seaweed Tincture, Norwegian, 2 fl. oz.
Due to overwhelming research results, Kelp has become an effective treatment for hyperthyroidism. Some tests have shown Kelp to be helpful when used as a supplemental treatment of tumors; however, the reports are not conclusive at this time. Suggested Dosage or Use: Take 6-12 drops in liquid or under tongue, 1-3 times/day.
Kelp Supplement, Nature's Way, Certified 650 mg, 100 Caps
A Kelp Supplement is used as an effective treatment for hyperthyroidism, Nature's Way collects their Kelp from pristine environments so that coastal pollutants are not introduced into their products. Kelp is a wonderful source of nutrients and can be easily added to any diet.
Kelp, Vinegar, Lecithin & B-6 (KVLB) Supplement, Mother Nature, 100 Tabs
Although healthy weight loss cannot be achieved by simply taking a pill, supplements can provide needed support for a weight loss or weight management program. This Kelp-Vinegar-Lecithin-B6 supplement, commonly referred to as KVLB assists the body when dieting. The nutrients in kelp support the thyroid. Vinegar is believed to support fat burning activity, while Lecithin helps emulsify fat. Vitamin B-6 naturally supports water balance, and is a vitamin often deficient while dieting. Take 3 tablets daily divided among meals.
The Complete Thyroid Book, By Kenneth Ain M.D. & Sara Rosenthal P.H.D., Paperback
The Complete Thyroid Book, is the ultimate resource for the growing number of thyroid disease sufferers covering both state-of-the-art and standard-of-care treatments for every thyroid condition imaginable.
Thyroid Energy Natural Thyroid Supplement, NOW Foods, 90 VCaps
Unique, Synergistic Thyroid Support Formula is a custom combination of vitamins, amino acids, trace minerals and standardized herbal extracts formulated to support healthy thyroid gland function.
Thyroid-Pituitary Formula Tincture, 2 fl. oz.
The Thyroid Pituitary Formula helps restore balance for both the underactive and overactive thyroid. Two main thyroid disorders: Hyperthyroid and Hypothyroid. The thyroid hormones regulate (1) metabolism, (2) growth and development,(3) the activity of the nervous system. Goiter is a third disorder. Suggested Dosage or Use: 6-12 drops, 3 times per day.
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Mountain Rose Herbs: Organic Seaweeds & Sea Vegetables
Harvested from the abundant depths of the Pacific Ocean, Seaweeds or Sea Vegetables offer a tremendous range of therapeutic possibilities both as a medicine and within cosmetics. A little dried seaweed each day in food provides a simple and economical way for people to enjoy the numerous benefits Seaweed provides, and they may be found in many salt scrubs, bath salts, and creams. Mountain Rose Herbs works directly with several harvesters on the Pacific Coast who gather our seaweed by hand, and a strict emphasis is always placed on the sound and sustainable harvesting of this precious ocean resource.
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