Dulse

Dulse is red seaweed harvested in the cool waters along the Atlantic coast of Canada and along the shores of Ireland and Norway. Its fronds grow in tidal areas on rocks, shells, and on larger seaweeds.

The benefits of Dulse are

Dulse is a good source of minerals and vitamins compared with other vegetables and it contains all trace elements needed for proper growth, development, and physiology.

• used to remove parasites
• to relieve constipation
• treatment for scurvy.
• It is a superior source of phytochemicals the body needs to make thyroid hormones that affect weight and metabolic rate.
• Dulse is a gentle alternative to Psyllium or Senna for the treatment of constipation.
• Boosts energy levels : Sea vegetables contain significant amounts of vitamins that help to combat nerve damage, fatigue and memory loss. Studies show that dulse is a great source of energy and that is why you should add them into your daily nutrition. Furthermore, it is rich in vitamin B12 found in protein-based diet s like meat.
• Healthy immune system : Dulse is a nutritious seafood, commonly classified as a ‘’super food’’ because of its active role in improving function of the immune system. So, if you have low energy levels or you want to ease flu-like symptoms, simply grab this nutritious diet for overall health and general wellness. Dulse is rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C, which help to improve function of the immune system.
• Good for vision : Additionally, dulse is an excellent diet for preventing the onset of night blindness as it is high in Vitamin A. Regular intake of sea vegetable can protect against poor eyesight and night blindness associated with premature aging signs. So, it would make sense to incorporate dulse to your nutrition for vitality.
• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Researchers suggest that dulse also has cardiovascular benefits. Sea vegetables are high in magnesium and vitamin B, which help to normalize blood pressure, preventing the onset of heart attack and stroke. On the other hand, their high folate content helps to nourish the red blood cells.

While there are no known side effects associated with the consumption of sea vegetables, make sure you take it in moderate amounts.