Benefits of a Sea Kelp
Sea kelp is a type of
seaweed or marine algae that is available in powder form. It may be
brown, green or red and is rich in various nutrients, such as minerals
and proteins. According to Peter Bennett, a naturopath and author of
"The Purification Plan," using seawater and sea plants therapeutically
dates back to the time of the ancient Greeks. However, there is not a
lot of scientific research about the benefits of sea kelp baths
Detoxification>Kelp
contains acids that can bind to toxins in your body, explains Bennett,
who adds that, combined with heat, kelp or seaweed penetrates your skin
and draw out impurities. Natural health proponents maintain that high
levels of toxins in the environment overwhelm various systems in the
body, including metabolic processes and the immune system. According to
Brenda Watson, author of "The Detox Strategy," this effect is referred
to as the "body burden." She points out that high toxin levels in the
body may lead to medical conditions, such as allergies, fatigue and
reproductive problems. Detoxification methods such as sea kelp powder
baths help to remove toxins from your body and may improve overall
health.
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