Bladderwrack is a type of brown algae that is abundant on the North Atlantic and Pacific coasts of the United States and the coasts along the Baltic Sea in Europe. Its thallus or main stem, usually tough and with air-filled pods, is priced for its medicinal value. Although it is commonly called kelp, this term is considered inaccurate.
This seaweed contains about 0.1 percent of cellulose, mannite, mucilage, volatile oil, soda, iodine, and bromine compounds of sodium and potassium. It is noted for its rich iodine content when harvested at the end of June.
Hypothyroidism
Because of its high iodine content, bladderwrack is beneficial for someone with hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough of the thyroid hormones. Bladderwrack can assist with weight loss caused by a lack of thyroid hormones and can also reduce goiters associated with the condition.
Anti-aging
Bladderwrack contains a compound called fucoidan that has anti-aging properties. Fucoidan promotes the retention of collagen while decreasing skin thickness and improving skin's elasticity. Bladderwrack must be applied topically for these benefits. Some lotions or creams contain bladderwrack or fucoidan. Check the labels for the list of ingredients. You will likely find such products at health food stores.
Take internally for:
* under active thyroid gland
* under active goiter
* rheumatism
* rheumatoid arthritis
* inflamed joints
* cellulite
* constipation
Apply externally for:
* inflamed joints
PREPARATION AND DOSAGE:
Over the counter:
It is available in bulk herb, fluid extracts, powder and capsules in health food stores.
Parts used: Whole plant
Collection: The entire plant is gathered from rocks along the seashore in early summer.
Constituents: Algin, mannitol, carotene, zeaxanthin, iodine, bromine
Actions: Anti-rheumatic, anti-hypothyroid, alternative
SAFETY AND SIDE EFFECTS:
* Extensive use of the this herb is not recommended because it can trigger hyperthyroidism.
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