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Kelp
Family:
Laminariaceae |
Latin Name:
Laminaria spp. |
Description
Broad class of seaweeds that generally grow in underwater kelp forests in clear, shallow ocean water below 70 degrees. They typically have flat, leaf-like structures coming from elongated stem-like structures. The holdfast, like a root, anchors kelp to the ocean substrate.
Common Uses
Many members of the kelp family are used as a dietary iodine supplement to help the thyroid gland. Kelps are also high in calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, trace minerals, and vitamins B1 and B2. They can also absorb toxic heavy metals in the body.
History
In the 1800s, kelp was burned to produce an ash that could be used in soap and glass production. Some types of kelp are edible and highly prized in Asian cuisine, containing high amounts of iodine and vitamins B1 and B2. Kelp products have also been used as a base for paints, film, and food products.
Products Containing this Ingredient
Antioxidant Complex, ACE®, Appetite Formula (CSK), Complete Nutritional System, Essiac, Flor- Essence Herbal Tea, Garlic, Aged Extract, Formula 101, Energy, Kelp, Cert. Organic, Kelp, Icelandic, Kelp, Nova Scotia and Pacific, Life Defense™, Mineral Supply™, Mins, Total, Mins, Total, Iron Free, Multi- Vitamin & Mineral, Liquid, Wild Berry Flavor, Iron- Free, Multi- Vitamin & Mineral, Source of Life, Multi- Vitamin, Dieters Balance, Multi- Vitamin, Great Greens, Multi- Vitamin, Just Once, Prenatal One™, Multi- Vitamin, Ultra Prenatal, Multi- Vitamin, Vegetarian Super Mega, Osteo-Build™, Shower Gel, Rosemary, Thyroid Maintenance Formula, Vitality Super Green
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