Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosos) 500g

BLADDERWRACK

Fucus vesiculosos

500g

Health and Wellness Library:  Bladderwrack

a historical look at the traditional use of Bladderwrack throughout the world

Botanical Name

Fucus Vesiculosus

About Bladderwrack

Bladderwrack, or kelp, is useful in the treatment of underactive thyroid glands. People who are overweight due to thyroid trouble may benefit from this herb by reducing their weight. The iodine in the kelp helps maintain a healthy thyroid, and the nutrients and oxygen increase the body's ability to burn fat when exercising. Bladderwrack is rich in the constituents algin, mannitol, carotene, zeaxanthin, iodine, fucoidan, and bromine. It is reputed to have a beneficial effect for relief of rheumatism and rheumatoid arthritis (internally and externally applied to inflamed joints).

Nutritional Role of Bladderwrack

Bladderwrack contains three main constituents: iodine, alginic acid, and fucoidan. The iodine in Bladderwrack helps those people deficient in this trace mineral to regulate and improve thyroid function, thus it is beneficial for hypothyroidism and goiter. It works as an anti-inflammatory and possesses anti-rheumatic properties to relieve arthritis and rheumatism. Bladderwrack's anti-bacterial properties help ward off bacteria and viruses. The alginic acid constituent, a type of dietary fiber, is useful in relieving constipation, diarrhea, and heartburn. The fucoidan constitutent, another type of fiber, contributes to lowering cholesterol and glucose levels.

Traditional Uses of Bladderwrack

• For thyroid gland and metabolism

• For hypothyroidism and goiter

• For rheumatism and rheumatoid arthritis

• For irritated and inflamed body tissues

• For weight loss related to thyroid problems

• For fat burning during exercise

• For stamina

• For cholesterol and blood glucose levels

• For dietary fiber

• For anti-bacterial properties

Research on the Historical Usage Guidelines of Bladderwrack

There are no known toxicities. It has not been determined whether bladderwrack is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. People who are allergic to iodine may need to avoid bladderwrack.

500g