Bladderwrack, also known as Fucus vesiculosus, is a species of seaweed that is widely found along the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. Other names for it include bladder fucus, rockweed, sea oak, and black tang. Many cultures have long used this brown algae for its nutritional and therapeutic qualities.
Benefits
- Relieves constipation and diarrhea
- May help with stomach problems
- Helps treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Regulates thyroid function
- May speed up wound healing
- Promotes weight loss
- Good for eye health
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Promotes skin health
- Menstrual cycle regulation in premenopausal women
How To Use
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Add up to 1 tablespoon into hot water and steep for 2–3 minutes to strain and enjoy
Note: There are more ways to add this to your diet.