Kelp is a large brown seaweed that belongs to the family of algae, and it grows in the cold waters of the planet's oceans. Kelp is a good source of marine minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron. Like most green foods, seaweeds contain vitamins, cell salts, and about 70 other essential metallic elements and trace elements for a good diet.
Kelp is particularly rich in iodine. Iodine promotes the production of thyroid hormones, which are required to maintain metabolic rate. Iodine also helps regulate weight and affects the general metabolism rate. Iodine deficiency can slow down metabolism by up to 50%, often leading to obesity and other related health problems.
Other benefits of Kelp include the following:
- Stimulates the immune system.
- Reduces the risk of developing heart diseases.
- Promotes normal liver function.
- Supports healthy brain development.
- Helps prevent osteoporosis and significantly helps reduce cholesterol levels.
- Provides a natural energy source.
- Reduces arthritic pains, fights herpes symptoms, helps with digestion and constipation, and is an important aid for male and female fertility.
Note: NOW's Kelp is a dietary supplement that features the full nutritional profile found in authentic whole foods with a high concentration of nutrients (Genuine Whole Food).