Improve Gut Health
Gut bacteria are important for overall health. An imbalance between bad and good bacteria would cause disease and sickness. Seaweed is a great source of dietary fiber, which can enhance gut health. Fiber accounts for around 25 up to 75 percent of seaweed’s weight. This ratio is higher than that in most veggies and fruits. Fiber would withstand digestion and serve as food for bacteria in the large intestine. What’s more, a form of sugar called sulfated polysaccharides in seaweed can promote the growth of good bacteria in your gut. It also improves the release of SCFA, a fatty acid that can provide nourishment and support for the gut’s lining. [9]
