How to prepare seaweed (bladder) in 3 ways and relieve inflammation

Mother Nature gifts us with many earthly treasures to live a long and healthy life without pain or disease. Seaweed is His gift from the sea. This family of foods provides countless benefits to help the body fight aging and disease. Not surprising, since our blood has almost the same composition as seawater. A member of the kelp family, bladderwrack (kelp), can be used in food to reduce inflammation in the body. Below are some facts and benefits of fucus. Also, I share three recipes with fucus and other healthy ingredients, especially for people with type O blood.

Seaweed Facts

• Contains dozens and dozens of minerals and trace elements in living plant tissue
• The food family provides the greatest protection against radiation and environmental contaminants.
• Detoxifies the body making the seaweed wrap a popular spa treatment
• Contains fucoidan, a polysaccharide believed to have anticancer activity.
• It offers a high content of vitamins A and C, calcium, potassium and amino acids.
• It has fluorite when it is in raw or dried form. Fluoride increases the body’s defenses and strengthens teeth and bones.

The benefits of Bladder Wrack

• Counteracts hyperactivity of the type O digestive tract, reducing the potential for ulcers.
• It contains fucose, the basic building sugar of the blood type O antigen. Fucose protects the intestinal lining of the stomach, preventing ulcer-causing bacteria from adhering to the intestinal walls.
• Helps in weight control. Fucose regulates the metabolic rate of Type O’s. (Note: Fucus bladder is an effective weight loss aid only for Type O’s).
• Contains 100-500 times the amount of iodine in shellfish. Iodine regulates the thyroid gland and is the component of two main thyroid hormones T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine).
• Contains 4 times the amount of iron in beef

SPINACH SALAD

A colorful salad is a great way to take advantage of the live enzymes found in raw foods. Fucus eaten raw or dried will provide the most effective form of components, including fucoidan. This salad is loaded with highly beneficial ingredients for type O diets. Spinach, red onions, and parsley act as medicine for most blood type diets. This salad is dressed with olive oil, effective in reducing heart disease and cancer.

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 clove of garlic minced

1 1/2 cups spinach, rinsed, stems removed

1 red onion, sliced

chopped fresh parsley

Cayenne Pepper and Sea Salt Seasoned to taste.

1. Prepare the dressing: Combine the fucus, olive oil, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and sea salt. Let sit for about 20 minutes. This will allow the crunchy bladderwrack to soften and become chewy.
2. Add the remaining ingredients to a salad bowl.
3. Add the dressing to the salad greens and mix the dressing until well coated.
4. Top with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

PEPPER SANDWICHES

Deep rich red bell peppers are an excellent source of vitamins A and C and the mineral potassium. Vitamin A, a great immune system booster, can also counteract the effects of carcinogens in secondhand and firsthand smoke. Red bell peppers contain beta-cryoptoxanthin, a carotenoid that may reduce the risk of developing lung cancer. The warming spices, cayenne pepper and turmeric, soothe the digestive tract.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds ground turkey

1 1/2 tablespoons of fucus

5 red bell peppers, halved and seeded.

1 minced garlic clove

1 Spanish onion, sliced

3 teaspoons chili powder

2 teaspoons paprika

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon of turmeric

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1/2 teaspoon thyme

2-3 tablespoons of soy sauce

1/4 of water

1. Heat skillet over medium heat.
2. Add ground turkey and seasonings.
3. Brown turkey over medium-high heat, breaking turkey into smaller pieces until turkey is no longer pink.
4. Add the fucus, soy sauce and water and return to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes or until liquid is cooked.
6. Remove the turkey from the pan and reserve.
7. Add more olive oil and onions to the hot skillet. Sauté the onions for about 2 minutes.
8. Add the soy sauce and water and cook until the onions are tender.
9. Prepare the sandwich: Add the turkey sausage and onion to the bell pepper halves. Top with chopped fresh parsley. serve immediately

BLACK EYED PEAS

For Type O, eating beans is discouraged because they generally inhibit the metabolism of important nutrients found in meat. They also tend to make muscle tissue a bit less acidic, a problem for Type O’s. However, there are three beans that are very beneficial for Type O’s to counteract typically high levels of stomach acid. Pinto beans, adzuki beans, and black beans strengthen the digestive tract and promote healing of ulcerations. This side dish of black-eyed peas is the perfect occasional side dish for Type O’s when eaten in moderation.

Ingredients:

2 teaspoons of olive oil

1 white onion, chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

2 cups of water

1/2 pound black peas

2 teaspoons of sea salt

2 teaspoons cayenne pepper

2 teaspoons paprika

2 tablespoons of fucus

2 tablespoons of soy sauce

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over high heat.
2. Add the chopped onions and saute the onions until they turn slightly translucent.
3. Add the garlic and continue to sauté for 1-2 minutes being careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Add water, beans, and remaining ingredients.
5. Bring the beans to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
6. Simmer until tender, about 2 hours, adding more water to keep the beans lightly covered.

I love creating flavorful, gluten-free recipes that also fight age and disease. Seaweed contains so many components to achieve this. Found at my local health food store, bladderwrack is now a big part of my diet. I eat it raw and dry as often as possible to take advantage of its anti-inflammatory properties. I hope these three recipes help you experience the same benefits and taste!