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2-Inch Strip Kombu
Kombu is an edible kelp seaweed commonly used to make broth and add savory umami flavor to soups, beans, and stews. A 2-inch strip is a small portion but can still contribute notable iodine and trace minerals.
Beneficial properties
rich in iodine
source of trace minerals
contains soluble fiber
umami flavor enhancer
very low in calories
Nutritional highlights
Kombu provides iodine and smaller amounts of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, and soluble fiber such as alginates.
Conditions it helps with
Thyroid Issues
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Thyroid Problems (Over & Under)
Includes: Graves' Disease, Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism
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Underactive Thyroid (Autoimmune)
Includes: Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
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