The Millstone Times March 2020

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seaweed: the addictive go to snack By Mia Ingui

It seems that everyone is talking about this underwater plant and its nutritional benefit as well as its skin-care benefits. Seaweeds are amongst the most nutrient-dense plants on the planet, and they are an extremely rich source of minerals. As for snaking, they are a healthier alternative to chips. They are most definitely addictive to snack on and you can find them packaged like crackers in the supermarket isles in a variety of flavors and seasonings. They satisfy a salty craving while providing a lot of health benefits and nutrients such as vitamin C and A, calcium, iodine, potassium and non- animal sources of B-12. As a beauty go-to, there is no doubt that everything from seaweed baths to sushi wraps will make you glow inside and out. Seaweed helps acne, hair loss or feeling sluggish; seaweed is packed with an unusually high concentration of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. This algae has got a lot to give when it comes to our skin. Seaweed is

used in many products for cleansing, toning, moisturizing and anti-aging. And for good reason, as Crème de la Mer, a high-end anti-aging line says: “The ocean’s plants are able to survive extreme conditions and often adapt to changing environments, giving them potent powers to be harnessed for renewing the look of skin. It’s this resilience and restorative ability that make seaweed and marine extracts so valuable in skin-care terms.” Seaweed is used in facial serums, eye creams, night creams and is an ingredient recommended to look for when purchasing an anti-aging product. Seaweed extracts are also proven to combat pigmentation problems and help protect the skin’s membranes. Seaweed helps in keeping the skin youthful. It guards the skin against the harmful effects of environmental pollutants and helps to slow down the skin’s aging process. Scientific research has proven that seaweed extracts contain anti-aging properties and are a useful ingredient in the manufacturing of skin care cosmetics. Seaweed also contains anti- inflammatory properties that are useful in treating skin rashes and wounds. Seaweed wraps detoxify and cleanse the skin by expelling toxins out of the pores. Seaweed is also great for your hair. The high mineral content of seaweed aids in maintaining healthy hair. It helps in strengthening the roots and shafts of hair follicles and make them thick and lustrous. Seaweed has been proven valuable to our hair and you can find it in many shampoos and hair creams.

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