Also known as

ORIGINS & USES

• Used for centuries across North Africa, Europe, and parts of Asia in traditional medicine to support digestion, appetite, and internal balance

• Naturally rich in bitter compounds, including sesquiterpene lactones and essential oils associated with digestive and antimicrobial activity

• Long valued as a powerful bitter herb, historically used to stimulate digestion and address parasitic and febrile conditions

• Traditionally prepared as a tea, tincture, or infusion

RESEARCH

• Studies suggest kelp’s iodine content supports healthy thyroid hormone production when consumed in appropriate amounts

• Shown to exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity due to its polyphenols and bioactive compounds

• Often researched for its role in metabolic health, mineral absorption, and gut-supportive polysaccharides

NOTES

• Not recommended for long-term or high-dose use due to potency