BLADDERWRACK EXTRACT
What is BLADDERWRACK ?
Bladderwrack is a type of brown seaweed. The name comes from the air pockets in its leaves, which look like small bladders. The air pockets help the seaweed float.
Bladderwrack grows in the ocean, near the northern coasts of the United States, on both the Pacific and Atlantic sides. It also grows on the northern coasts of Europe, on the Atlantic and Baltic sides.
Bladderwrack is in the kelp family, and some people may refer to it by that name. But kelp is a generic name for many different types of brown seaweed. The term does not refer specifically to bladderwrack.
The main stem of bladderwrack - the thallus - is used for medicinal supplements to treat several different conditions. However, more study is needed to clearly determine its effectiveness.
Health Benefits :
1.) May Relieve Constipation or Diarrhea :
Bladderwrack contains alginic acid, a kind of dietary fiber. Fiber helps with constipation, but it can also relieve diarrhea and keep your bowel movements more regular in general. However, more research is needed to prove the effectiveness of bladderwrack at treating these conditions.
2.) May Help With Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) :
GERD is chronic acid reflux. It irritates the lining of the esophagus and causes heartburn at least a few times per week. Some people manage it with lifestyle changes, but others take medications or supplements. One over-the-counter medication, Gaviscon, uses alginic acid - found in bladderwrack - in combination with magnesium carbonate to treat heartburn and GERD. However, researchers need to perform more studies to see if bladderwrack would be an effective treatment for GERD on its own.
3.) May Relieve Other Stomach Problems
Bladderwrack may relieve stomach problems because it creates a barrier between your sensitive stomach lining and irritants, like stomach acid. It also lowers inflammation, which may relieve some digestive issues.
The other stomach problems bladderwrack may help include:
4.) Gastritis (swelling and irritation of the stomach lining) :
Indigestion
Occasional heartburn
Low stomach acid levels
May Speed Wound Healing
Early studies show that calcium alginate, a substance found in bladderwrack, may heal wounds faster than other methods. One preliminary study showed that, when aided by a certain form of alginate, serious wounds healed in as few as 10 days. However, more research is needed to determine the most effective dosage and application style of bladderwrack for wound care.
5.) May Prevent Hypothyroidism :
Traditionally, people living near the ocean in areas where bladderwrack grows have lower rates of hypothyroidism. Some speculate this is because their diets contain higher levels of iodine from fish, shellfish, and seaweeds like bladderwrack.
Hypothyroidism is a synonym for an underactive thyroid gland. When you have this condition, your body doesn't make enough of the important hormones that regulate many of your body's functions.
Symptoms of hypothyroidism include:
Fatigue
Weight gain and slower metabolism
Intolerance of colder temperatures
Dry and coarse hair
Heavy menstruation
Forgetfulness
Hoarse or weak voice
Iodine, found in sea salt and many foods that come from the ocean, is an important nutrient for thyroid health. Your thyroid needs iodine to produce regulating hormones that keep your body functioning normally. However, your body does not produce iodine on its own. So you need to eat it in a food or supplement, like bladderwrack.
SEA MOSS :
Sea moss is a type of seaweed that is high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protein. It has many potential health benefits, including:
Support thyroid health :
Our thyroid gland releases hormones for growth, energy, reproduction, and repair, requiring nutrients like iodine and tyrosine. These nutrients are found in seaweed, with levels varying depending on the variety and storage methods, and are essential for maintaining overall health.
Supports Gut health :
Seaweed is a rich source of dietary fiber, particularly polysaccharides, which can be digested by gut bacteria. This serves as a prebiotic, providing food for beneficial gut microbes, which contribute to our health by producing short chain fatty acids, which are essential for maintaining a healthy digestive system.
May support immunity
The harsh conditions of the coastal waters in which seaweed, like sea moss, have evolved to survive has meant they've developed an enviable defence mechanism. As such, they are rich in phytochemicals which, when consumed, provide health benefits including immune modulation and improved immune response for the consumer.
May improve blood sugar control
Seaweed, rich in carotenoid and fucoxanthin compounds, may aid in blood sugar management and potentially reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by reducing insulin resistance and slowing digestion speed, making it a beneficial addition to a balanced diet.
May support heart health
Seaweed, including sea moss, is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, crucial for heart and cardiovascular health. Studies suggest it can improve cholesterol balance and reduce heart disease risk. However, more research is needed to understand the specific health effects of sea moss in the human diet.
Burdock Root :
What is Burdock Root ?
Arctium lappa, commonly called greater burdock, gob?, edible burdock, lappa, beggar's buttons, thorny burr, or happy major is a Eurasian species of plants in the family Asteraceae, cultivated in gardens for its root used as a vegetable.
Health Benefits of Burdock Root :
-Reduce Chronic Inflammation
-Slow or Prevent Some Cancers
-Help with Skin Conditions
-Improve Digestion
What's in the box
1 x (Bladderwarck, Sea Moss, Burdock Root) - 60 Veggie Caps
Disclaimer
DISCLAIMER: This product may be a complementary medicine and/or not have been evaluated and verified by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority for its quality, safety or intended use. Use of this product is therefore not intended to compensate for diagnosis, treatment, cure, or mitigation of medical conditions and must not substitute the obtaining of medical advice from a registered health professional for any health or health-related conditions.
