Kelp is an underwater plant with a majestic form, deep green color and a high nutritional yield. Commonly referred to as "seaweed" this botanical beauty is not from the common "seaweed" but rather a different classification of plant entirely. Care and importance should be taken when consuming kelp and one should know its origin. Many of the world's oceans are suffering from pollution, so it is best to use a Kelp product from clean, pristine and protected ocean. Hawaii, Iceland, Canada, and the North West United States are all choice locations for quality Kelp products. Kelp is a great source of nutrients and can be added easily to any diet from both the digitata and nodosum varieties.

Kelp is used as an excellent source of iodine, iron, calcium and vitamins A, B1, B2, C, D and E. Organic kelp is also an excellent salt substitute. 

PARTS USED

Powdered or granulated whole kelp plant, which has been sun dried, cleaned and processed.

TYPICAL PREPARATIONS

Powdered kelp can be easily included in practically every dish. You may sprinkle it on entrees, soups, salads, and it makes a marvelous drink in the form of a "green smoothie". Also adds well in teas and in iced drinks. Encapsulated kelp is also available as well as the liquid extract from the fresh plant.

TEAS

Kelp is an ingredient in our Radiation Detox Tea and Radiation Detox Tea Extract.

COMMON NAME

Standardized: kelp
Other: knotted wrack

BOTANICAL NAME

Ascophyllum nodosum Le Jol.
Plant Family: Fucaceae

MEDICAL MEDIUM RESOURCE

Read more on Kelp and other foods that heal the thyroid at www.MedicalMedium.com

PRECAUTIONS

Specific: Seaweeds contain naturally high levels of iodine. This product is harvested from the sea. Consumption of this product may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction in persons with allergies to fish or shellfish.

General: Not for use in pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner. This tea is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.