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Wakame Seaweed is very common. Many people have this Seaweed in their seaweed salad at sushi bars.\u00a0 Wakame Seaweed contains lots of iodine for hormonal balance, protects against cancer, boosts energy<\/p>\n

The Benefits of Wakame Seaweed<\/h2>\n

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Besides having a fantastic taste, this wonderful seaweed also has many health benefits. Wakame Seaweed contains lots of iodine for hormonal balance, protects against cancer, boosts energy levels, lowers cholesterol, helps with weight loss, helps to prevent cardiovascular disease, and more.<\/p>\n

Wakame Seaweed used to only be grown in Japan, but now this wonderful seaweed grows worldwide in sea farms and even organic sea farms. And it also grows in wild areas.<\/p>\n

1. Cardiovascular Health –<\/strong> Wakame has agents that lower cholesterol LDL or bad cholesterol. And stop the accumulation of fats, plus helps to prevent the hardening of the arteries. Thus, Wakame added to the average diet can help to prevent cardiovascular disease.<\/p>\n

2. More Vitality –<\/strong> Wakame boosts vital energy within the body because it has lots of magnesium. Magnesium boosts metabolism and regulates enzyme production. Plus, it balances hormones and helps the body use protein efficiently.<\/p>\n

3. It is rich in Iron –<\/strong> Wakame has lots of bioavailable iron, making it easy for the body to create hemoglobin and healthy red blood cells that will carry oxygen. Thus eating Wakame can provide a boost of energy.<\/p>\n

4. Helping osteoporosis –<\/strong>\u00a0Wakame also contains lots of calcium, thus helping to prevent and repair osteoporosis. Lack of calcium can result in compression of the spine and bone fractures. Thus Wakame may help prevent this scenario. Plus, Wakame also contains Vitamin D, so add some Wakame to your meals.<\/p>\n

5. Thyroid Health –<\/strong> Wakame also holds lots of iodine which is important for thyroid health. In this day and age, lots of people are having thyroid problems. Many people have moved away from iodized salt to sea salt, which is lower in iodine. Thus, goiter and other thyroid diseases have become common\u2026 thus, consuming Wakame can help.<\/p>\n

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6. B-Vitamins –<\/strong> Wakame Seaweed contains lots of B-Vitamins, especially folate, which is important for infant health. Thus, pregnant women should eat a little seaweed to make sure they have enough folate to prevent birth defects. Also, B-Vitamins boost vital energy and enhance our mood.<\/p>\n

7. Weight Loss –<\/strong> Wakame contains fucoxanthin which prevents the accumulation of fats within the body. Plus, it also helps to break down fat into usable energy, thus helping with weight loss. And fucoxanthin is not a common agent found in green veggies. And Wakame is very low in calories, only about 5 calories per 10 grams of Seaweed, and a tablespoon of Wakame contains 4 grams of protein\u2026 so to lose weight, try some Wakame Seaweed Salad.<\/p>\n

8. Add Seaweed Instead of Salt –<\/strong> Wakame does hold sodium. Thus instead of adding salt to food, it would be better to add some dried ground Wakame Seaweed and get all the other health benefits of this wonderful healing agent. We need a little bit of salt for good health\u2026 but do not overdo it!<\/p>\n

9. Anemia –<\/strong> Wakame Seaweed also has iron and copper for anemia.<\/p>\n

10. Bloating –<\/strong> Wakame helps those suffering from bloating by getting rid of excess water weight because it\u2019s a good diuretic. But be aware that too much Wakame can do the opposite because it does contain sodium.<\/p>\n

11. Cancer –<\/strong> Wakame contains lignans which have been shown in laboratory tests to prevent cancer. A study in Japan showed that eating Wakame can kill breast cancer cells. And eating Wakame could be the reason why cancer is not that common in Japan.<\/p>\n

12. Antioxidants –<\/strong> Wakame also contains many vital antioxidant vitamins such as Vitamin A, C, E, and Vitamin K for normal clotting function.<\/p>\n

13. Great for Skin –<\/strong> Wakame is great for healthy and elastic youthful-looking skin.<\/p>\n

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Wakame Seaweed can be used in salads, miso soup, in other soups, stews, and rice dishes. They can be used in just about any other dish that can be supplemented with Wakame.<\/p>\n

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Recipes –<\/strong> If you google \u201cWakame Seaweed Recipes,\u201d many great ways to use this wonderful Seaweed will come up. And it can also be used as dried Seaweed.<\/p>\n

Finding –<\/strong> Any Asian market will have fresh or frozen Wakame Seaweed in their freezer or refrigerated section. And dried Wakame can be ordered online and can even be found on Amazon\u2026 and even organic Wakame Seaweed can be found online.<\/p>\n

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This information is meant to get you started, so dig a little deeper and find what works for you. This article is for educational purposes only. I strongly recommend that you seek advice from your own medical practitioner, a private doctor, or medical specialist for any ailment, illness, or medical condition. This article is not meant to be a scientific analysis in any way, shape, or form.<\/p>\n

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About the Author<\/h2>\n

Dr. Paul Haider \u2013 Master Herbalist and Spiritual Teacher for over 25 years, helps people recover and feel healthy. You can also find Dr. Haider on FB under Dr. Paul Haider, Healing Herbs, and at www.paulhaider.com<\/a> \u2013 feel free to connect with him any time.<\/p>\n

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