According to the researchers, adaptogenic plants help restore the body's overall capacity for exertion and resistance to stress.

Scientists have been researching Fucoidan;

We can see from the published research [Links shown below] that Fucoidan from seaweed has properties that influence cancer cells, anti-inflammatory agents, antiviral, heart disease, obesity, immune diseases, and there is more research to be done. These amazing plants have just begun to be studied!

The links below show some of the amazing studies being done that show the variety of health giving properties of seaweed;



Anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant, antiangiogenic, and antiadhesive activities of fucoidans/Pubmed
The link below shows how fucoidan, from brown seaweed induced apoptosis, or death to cancer cells.
fucoidan induced apoptosis/Pubmed

Definition of Apoptosis/Wikipedia
Marinova is an Australian biotechnology company dedicated to the development of biological actives from marine macroalgae.

Marinova’s research and development program focuses on fucoidans, sulphated polysaccharides found in brown macroalgae and echinoderms. The company has isolated fucoidans from over 10 different species, and is a world leading resource for companies looking to utilise fucoidans as pharmaceutical, nutraceutical or cosmetic ingredients.

Up to date information at Marinova

The link below shows how people with ischemic diseases can benefit from fucoidan.
Fucoidan;beneficial in patients with ischemic diseases/Pubmed
We can include seaweed in our diets every day, it is an acquired taste for those not brought up with seaweed as part of their culture, but Suchi bars are becoming popular with Western people, for the taste, and to "ease in" to the flavor, try adding some to your stirfrys and soups!

More information at the link below on how the Polysaccharides in seaweed have an "anti-cancer" effect.
Cytotoxicity Effect of Algal Polysaccharides/Pubmed

Definition of Cytotoxicity/Wikipedia

Antitumor activity of dietary fucoidan/Pubmed
More information at the link below, on how fucoidan reduces blood "stickiness", and reduces inflammation.
Anti-thrombotic and anti-inflammatory effects of Fucoidan/Pubmed
Even though fucoidan reduces blood stickiness, it also has a positive effect on coagulation in bleeding disorders.
Improved coagulation in bleeding disorders /Pubmed
When the immune system is strengthened, our bodies are better able to cope with bacteria and viral attacks. More information on these below.
Enhance immune responses/Pubmed

Potent antiviral activities against herpes simplex virus/Pubmed
Seaweed has wonderful soothing properties; when you re-hydrate dried seaweed, you can feel the texture between your fingers, thick and slippery. This is fiber, as well as soothing coating.
Ameliorates chronic colitis/Pubmed

Fucoidan; wound repair/Pubmed


The benefits of seaweed

We can see from the research published in Pubmed articles that the benefits of seaweed support the whole body.

Fucoidan, from ocean plants is stated to be beneficial in reducing blood clotting, and in renal disease, and can be considered to be reno-protective.

The studies show fucoidan’s action on gastric mucosa, and it is stated to be a safe substance, with potential for gastric protection! Many cultures use Seaweed in food, soups, and of course Sushi!

Fucoidan appears to enhance and protect all body systems and organs, including the liver; be anti-bacterial, and assist with wound healing.

Tonga, Japan, and Okinawa; these countries use the same types of seaweed in food daily as part of their culture; and these peoples are renown for their freedom from the chronic diseases of western culture; and their longevity!

Seaweed used in food can have great variety, and many recipes are freely available on the internet. Whether it be wakame, nori, or many others, we can learn nutrition facts from other cultures, and we can incorporate these into our recipes, and gain the health benefits also!

The anti-bacterial, anti-viral, immune-enhancing abilities of this amazing plant also gives hope that we can strengthen our bodies against HIV, and prevent many diseases, even cancers.

Adult T-cell leukemia article/Pubmed


Recipes made with seaweed.

We have even more recipes for seaweed at this link.

More healthy recipes




The seaweed from the beach does well in the garden, and plants love the nutrition it brings them, as well as the mulching and hydrating effects.

Whenever a nutrient is in its whole food matrix, our bodies are better able to use it, because all the other associated nutrients required for it's use in the body are present.

You can buy seaweed in many forms if you look around, and you can even get

Green seaweed supplements.

Having found improvements in myself using natural products; this has given me a passion to bring the truth to other people.

We are all built differently; no two humans are exactly alike in this world. Even twins have differences.

Anyway who would like the benefits of seaweed in their life; I know I do!