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Sea Vegetables
What are
Sea Vegetables?
Sea vegetables are wild ocean plants, or marine algae, enjoyed
daily as staple and healing foods in many coastal parts of the
world. Small amounts of sea veggies add a rich flavor and
enhance the nutritional value of most dishes. Popular American
sea vegetables are Dulse, Kelp, Alaria, Laver, from the east
coast, and Sea Palm from the west coast. Asian varieties include
Nori, Hiziki, Arame, Kombu and Wakame.
Why should
I eat sea vegetables? How are they good for me?
Sea vegetables are rich in minerals and trace elements,
including calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, iodine,
manganese, chromium and more, at levels much greater than those
found in land vegetables. Sea veggies also provide vitamins,
fiber, enzymes, and high quality protein. Marine phytochemicals
found only in sea vegetables have been shown to absorb and
eliminate radioactive elements and heavy metal contaminants from
our bodies. Other recent research demonstrates the inhibition of
tumor formation, reduction of cholesterol, and anti-viral
properties of sea vegetables.
How do I
include sea vegetables in my diet - is it difficult?
It's really quite convenient. Simply add small amounts of cut,
bite sized pieces to your favorite soups, salads, sandwiches and
stir-fries. Sea
vegetables' strong taste and odor surprise some people. Remember
that dried sea vegetables are a highly vital wild food and
provide highly concentrated nutrition - a little goes a long
way, and most easy Maine Coast recipes use less than one quarter
ounce per serving! Sea vegetables are sometimes rinsed or soaked
in fresh water before use, but often this is unnecessary. Dulse,
for instance, is eaten right out of the bag as a healthy,
"salty" snack. We suggest eating a variety of sea vegetables for
maximum nutrition and taste.
Where can I buy sea vegetables?
You can
order sea vegetables online or buy them at Whole Foods or Wild
Oats. To order through Maine Coast Sea Veggies -
Ordering options are:
1.
Online Store
2. e-mail your order directly to us
info@seaveg.com
3. call 207-565-2907
4. fax 207-565-2144
5. snailmail to:
Maine Coast Sea Vegetables
3 Georges Pond Rd
Franklin, ME 04634
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