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Wakame

In season all year

Food Description:

Wakame is a kelp that is similiar to kombu and it can be used in many of the same ways.

General Information:

Category: Seaweeds
To Buy: Buy from health food stores or Asian grocers. Wakame can be bought in long strips or shredded.
To Store: Store in an airtight container for up to 12 months.
Tips and Tricks:

Nutrition (100 Grams):

Iodine : Main role is regulation of thyroid function, which produces hormones that promote growth and development in the body and stimulates metabolism. Contraindications: Excess intake may lead to hyperthyroidism or goiter.
Amines: Amines come the breakdown or fermentation of proteins. High amounts are found in cheese, chocolate, wine, beer and yeast extracts. Smaller amounts are present in some fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, avocados, bananas. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. No information available
Glutamates: Glutamate is found naturally in many foods, as part of protein. It enhances the flavour of food, which is why foods rich in natural glutamates such as tomatoes, mushrooms and cheeses are commonly used in meals. Pure monosodium glutamate (MSG) is used as an additive to artificially flavour many processed foods, and should be avoided, especially in sensitive individuals as it can cause serious adverse reactions. n/a
Sodium: Helps to maintain water levels in the body and is involved in secretion of gastric juices and nutrient transport. High amounts of sodium may lead to water retention and high blood pressure if it is not adequately excreted.
Salicylates: Naturally occurring plant chemicals found in several fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and spices, jams, honey, yeast extracts, tea and coffee, juices, beer and wines. Also present in flavourings, perfumes, scented toiletries and some medications. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. No information available

Cooking:

Cooking Tips: Add shredded wakame to soups and stir-fries. Roasted wakame make a delicious crunchy snack. A strip of wakame can be used to cook beans in the same way as kombu is used.

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

High Blood Cholesterol
Immune Deficiencies
Detoxifying
 High Blood Pressure
Thyroid Underactive

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.



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