Spotlight On: Sea Seasonings
Posted by: WordVixen in Health Products, Healthy Prepackaged Foods, hypothyroidism, Nutrition Information, Spotlight ThursdayI’ve mentioned before that I believe that I’m hypothyroid despite what my doctor and the blood tests say. However, it’s hard to find a good doctor, and expensive too!
So rather than go doctor hunting, I decided to increase my iodine intake. And while my multivitamins have 100% of the daily recommended allowance, that amount is the minimum recommended amount to prevent goiter- not for health.
And so I tried Maine Coast’s Sea Seasonings Triple Blend. It contains laver/nori, dulse, and sea lettuce. It’s made up of dried seaweed flakes and has a light, salty flavor.
At first I didn’t like it. I associated the non-salty part of the flavor and smell to that of burned green beans. But soon I found myself coming back for more, and then more, and then more….
Within a few days I had more energy. Now, since I’ve going through a time of upheaval right now, I can’t really tell you if there are any other benefits or detractions, but I do know that when I don’t have my seaweed, my energy begins to flag again.
The seaweed blend is packed with iodine, potassium, and other nutrients. I sprinkle it on my rice and beans, leftover mashed potatoes (or did, after Thanksgiving), and sometimes on popcorn! It really gives a nice salty taste without being overwhelming.
Tags: sea vegetables, seaweed, vegan
WordVixen is an aspiring novelist, health nut (in theory, anyway), and Disney fanatic. My food philosophy could probably be best described as Paleo/Primal Friendly WAPF, though some older posts have not been updated to reflect this (yet).
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Seaweed is arguably the most mineral-dense food, but taking liquid iodine itself as a supplement is also very helpful for hypothyroid.
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I also use liguid iodine to help support my thyroid. I found a physician who understands what sub-clinical hypothyroidism is and treats patients accordingly. If you want, try this website to see if there is one near you.
http://www.acamnet.org
Stephanie- And there’s certainly something to be said for taking just the supplements (and you’re correct that liquid supplements are usually absorbed easier and faster than in pill form) since seaweed isn’t the sort of food that most people can fit into their diets every day.
Kidsnurse- Thanks for the link! Believe me, I always thought that doctors were generally more open minded than my experience has taught me. It’s always good to know BEFORE you spend money on an appointment that the doctor will be someone who’s willing to listen and look at the whole person.