Why should we eat seaweed ? What are the benefits of seaweed?
Seaweed is also called Nori (japanese term) meaning vegetable of the sea. It is extremely nutritious :it contains some proteins, trace elements and mineral salts, calcium, iron , fiber and many vitamins.
Did you know that 3 pieces of nori contain the same amount of protein as 1 egg?
Seaweed is naturally healthy and balanced, therefore it should be added to your daily meals.
You can use nori to make delicious sushi, soup, salad…or just eat it as a snack. Certainly it is one of the healthiest snacks that you can find.
In China the study researchers found that seaweed does not only enhance health in general but also lowers cholesterol levels and helps with arteriosclerosis.
In Japan, researchers found that seaweed eases digestion.

component	unit	toasted nori	seasoned nori
per piece	g	3.2	3.6
water	g	0.2	0.2
protein	g	1.3	1.3
fat	g	0.1	0.1
carbohydrate	g	1.3	1.5
fiber	g	0.1	0.1
calcium	mg	13	7
phosphorus	mg	20	20
iron	mg	0.4	0.4
sodium	mg	4	77
potassium	mg	77	80
carotene	mg	0.77	0.77
vitaminB1	mg	0.04	0.04
vitaminB2	mg	0.1	0.1
vitaminC	mg	3	3

Cosmetic products have been created from seaweed because of its naturally rich sources. Seaweed soap and lotion have became quite popular. The British have demonstrated that their use reduces fatty tissues. In the U.S, they are widely used to treat cellulite.
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