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Hello my organiq friends 👋 

This week we’re diving into the sea to sea (😉) what seaweed really is about.

Why it’s a nutrient bomb and how to use it easily.

Let’s dive in.

Starter

🌎 The OG Plant

Have you ever thought about the oldest plant on planet Earth?

Neither did I - until I arrived in Japan.

And since it’s in nearly every dish (literally), there was no way around it.

Why do people eat it?

How long have we been eating it?

And is it more than just food?

FYI - I’m talking about the 1.6 Billion year old seaweed

The plant that’s been holding makis together, powering Japanese businessmen through the day, and quietly helping us breathe cleaner air.

Main Course

🔋 The Power Plant

What is seaweed?

Seaweed is an edible algae that grows in oceans and coastal waters.

It’s been a daily food in Asian cultures for thousands of years.

Why do people eat it?

Because seaweed is one of nature’s oldest and most nutrient-dense foods.

It’s rich in iodine, magnesium, potassium, antioxidants and fiber.

Plus

Gram for gram, it delivers more micronutrients than most vegetables - with almost no calories. 👀 

Why seaweed matters:

This tiny organism produces a huge part of the planet’s oxygen, absorbs excess carbon dioxide, and forms the base of the entire marine food chain.

Without it, oceans would collapse and everything else would follow.

Is it actually healthy?

Yes, in small and regular amounts.

Seaweed has been linked to:

• Better thyroid function

• Improved gut health

• Reduced inflammation

• Heart and metabolic support

Dessert

🌱 5 Easy Ways to Use Seaweed

Simple.

Practical.

No chef skills required. 👇

🍣 Nori Snacks

Eat it straight or wrap it around rice, eggs, or avocado

🍲 Add to Soups

A small strip of kombu boosts minerals and umami instantly

🥗 Seaweed Salad

Rehydrate wakame, add sesame oil, salt, and lemon - done

🧂Seaweed Salt

Mix crushed seaweed with sea salt for a mineral-rich seasoning

🍿 Sprinkle on Everything

Crumble dried seaweed over eggs, popcorn, or roasted veggies

Snacks

Dad Joke of the Week

A Deep Question

If something this nutritious grows without soil. fertilizer, or fresh water… what else could we be overlooking?

A Friendly Reminder