Organic Seaweed

Seaweed is a type of marine algae that grows in the ocean. It is harvested from the sea and can be processed in various ways, such as drying, roasting, or grinding into powder. Different types of seaweed exist, each with unique flavors and textures.

Seaweed is used as a food ingredient for its flavor, texture, and nutritional content. It can add a savory, umami taste to dishes and is often used in snacks like roasted seaweed, as a thickener in soups and sauces, or as a source of iodine. It is also used to make sushi wraps.

Seaweed is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a natural source of vitamins and minerals, particularly iodine. Excessive intake of iodine from seaweed could potentially affect thyroid function, but this is unlikely with typical consumption. JECFA has evaluated seaweed and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified).