*[[Lithothamnium calcareum]]
==Special Precautions of Red Algae==
*Some seaweeds, such as Lithothamnium, may contain amounts of iodine, so people with thyroid problems should be careful.
*The disadvantage of using algae is that they can be loaded with heavy metals; after all, the seas and oceans are heavily polluted by capitalist exploitation of our planet. That is why only pure algae is used for phytotherapeutic application.
==Health Benefits and uses of Red Algae are==
* One benefit of red marine algae is its antioxidant effect, which counters damage free radicals do to cells.