Seaweed is packed with nutrition and contains prebiotic fibers, known as agar and alginate, which serve as food for beneficial gut bacteria. Not only that, the undigestible fibers in seaweed serve as prebiotic food for beneficial microbes, which improve digestion. Regular seaweed consumption leads to better digestive health and stronger immune system function. If you new to seaweed, Nori and kelp and wakame are three edible seaweed species, which can be used in soups, salads or sushi. However, if you are new to the food, go easy at first to allow your digestive system to adapt.
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