Nori
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Nori or Porphyra is red seaweed that grows off the coast of Japan. One of the oldest descriptions about Nori is dated to the 8th century in the Utsubo Story written around 987 where it was recognized as a common food. In Wales and other parts of Europe Nori is called laver. Nori is perhaps best known in the U.S. as a wrap for sushi but it has a long history of use in traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Special Precautions of Nori
The benefits of Nori are
This seaweed is said to contain the same amount of proteins as soybeans. These are quality proteins, and almost 70% of it easily digested by the human intestines. Much of the beneficial effect comes from its diuretic effect and from high mineral and iodine content. Like all seaweed, Nori is excellent for Vegans as it provides up to ten times more calcium and iron by weight than milk.
- promote healthy circulation
- combat thyroid problems
- treat soft swellings such as goiters and lung conditions
- kidney disease
- fatty cysts
- painful urination
- hypertension
- nervous disorders
- edema
- warts
- indigestion.
- Nori may help the body break down fatty foods
- it has some antibiotic properties.
- relieve stomach ulcers
- Breast Cancer : Nori seaweed may favorably alter estrogen metabolism by modulating women’s gut flora, resulting in decreased breast cancer risk.
