(Natural News) Many of you would be familiar with the seaweed wrapped around your sushi or the one in your warm bowl of ramen noodles. However, despite its recent status as a trendy superfood, these nutrient-dense underwater plants have been a prominent part of Asian diets for centuries, especially in China, Korea and Japan. Seaweed, also known […]

(Natural News) The food you eat nourishes gut bacteria, and these bacteria then produce essential nutrients that fight off pathogens, guide immune responses, and keep you healthy. Now, according to a study by researchers from the Stanford University School of Medicine, it may be possible to manipulate gut bacteria and prevent disease. In theory, learning how and why […]

(Natural News) Improve your gut health by eating nori seaweed. In a study published in the journal Nature, the seaweed most commonly used as a wrap for sushi has been found to contain a specific carbohydrate that could help encourage the growth of certain probiotic strains. The study, carried out by a team of researchers […]

(Natural News) Dubbed “the most nutritious vegetable in the world” by British celebrity chef and restaurateur Jamie Oliver, seaweed has quickly gained mainstream attention as the “health food” of the year, with its high nutritional value. It’s even said to be a major factor in the long life expectancy of Japanese people. Seaweeds are classified […]