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Health and Beauty with Seaweed- Ancient, But the Newest Development

There are so many health and beauty with seaweed benefits that it would almost seem like seaweed is a wonder drug. And, it really isn't too far of a stretch to consider it that way.

You see the benefits to health and beauty with seaweed are numerous and they can be seen as a result of not just adding some seaweed to your diet, but in some cases, applying it directly to your skin.

Seaweed has been used for centuries by people all around the world as a food source and for its medicinal properties. Today more people are becoming aware of the possibilities of this unique sea vegetable too.

Here are just a few of the most common benefits, and uses, of seaweed:

1. Food. Not all varieties of seaweed are edible, but many are. You can add seaweed to your diet in many ways. Some types of seaweed can be eaten raw, or can be fried , baked and then crumbled up in soups, sauces or on salads. You can add seaweed to your drinks and smoothies. You can even just take a seaweed supplement every day. Again, depending on the exact type of seaweed, you can get many healthful nutrients and vitamins. Many forms of seaweed are very high in protein and vitamins B and C as well as minerals like zinc, folic acid and iron.

Seaweed is also a great source of fibre and can help you keep your body detoxified and cleansed. Iodine is yet another beneficial ingredient in many forms of seaweed. Iodine is essential to keep your thyroid functioning properly. Your thyroid is what can regulate everything from the temperature of your body to the rate of your metabolism.

2. Skin and hair. Of course, adding seaweed to your diet and improving the overall health of your body will also show up on the outside of your body. You will have healthier more vibrant skin as well as thicker, faster growing hair as a direct result of adding seaweed to your diet. But, you can also apply some forms of seaweed to the outside of your body as well. That will help improve the glow of your skin too. Many people love the feel of a facial cream made of seaweed. They swear by the results and the rejuvenating properties of this cream.

You can also get a facial or full body, seaweed wrap. The properties of the seaweed will help oxygenate and detoxify your skin. It can be invigorating as well as really good for your skin.

So you see, no matter what you hope to accomplish both inside and outside of your body, seaweed can help. Since seaweed has so many health benefits and it is so easy to add to your daily diet, you might wonder why everyone isn't eating seaweed or taking a seaweed supplement.

Health and beauty with seaweed can be accomplished by taking a seaweed supplement, by adding various types of seaweed to your daily diet or by using wraps and creams that are made from seaweed, or all of the above. Whatever option(s) you choose, don't worry, you will look and feel great!