MCSV BLOG
Sustainable Seaweed Company Practices
We at Maine Coast Sea Vegetables understand that these gifts from the sea come with a responsibility to apply evolving sustainable practices in growing, harvesting, processing and distributing. Sustainability has been our intention since 1971, and not just because our business thrives only when wild seaweed beds thrive.
Seven Things to Know About Seaweed Nutrition Facts
Long-time customers with an eye for detail may notice that some of our sea vegetable nutritional information has changed, along with how it’s presented on the “Nutrition Facts” panel and on our website. In large part, this is because the FDA recently updated the Nutrition Facts panel required on most food packaging.
Seaweed Spirits: Biofuel and Booze
Seaweed’s abundance of carbohydrates makes it a promising candidate for producing plant-based bioethanol for energy. In theory, those same carbohydrates could be fermented to make an intoxicating spirit for human consumption.
7 Potential Benefits of Eating Sea Lettuce Seaweed (Ulva lactuca)
Sea lettuce is a sea vegetable that many people may be unfamiliar with. While kelp, nori, Irish moss, and dulse are popular sea vegetables and well known for being healthy, we believe sea lettuce is often underappreciated. Sea lettuce can be a great addition to your diet, with many potential health benefits!
Are Sea Vegetables and Seaweed the Same Thing?
It can be confusing when reading about foods like dulse, Irish moss, or kelp because sometimes they are referred to as seaweed and other times, they are described as sea vegetables. So, which one is correct? Are they sea vegetables or are they seaweeds? Here at Maine Coast Sea Vegetables, we are guilty of using the words interchangeably, possibly adding to the confusion.
Is Seaweed a Vegetable?
Many people don't know where seaweed belongs in the food categories, and wonder if seaweed is a vegetable.
The short answer is yes… maybe… probably.
A Reflection on Seaweed in Times of Crisis
A little over ten years ago, on March 11, 2011, the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in Japan occurred undersea, 45 miles east of the Oshika Peninsula of Tōhoku. The magnitude 9.0 quake lasted six minutes and was the fourth most powerful quake recorded anywhere in the world since modern record keeping began in 1900.
Should I Eat Seaweed to Get Iodine?
People often become interested in seaweed after discovering the benefits of iodine for thyroid health, mental function, metabolism, energy levels, and protection against radiation poisoning. Adequate iodine intake optimizes all of these, and seaweed is known as one the best sources of dietary iodine there is.
What is the Best Salt Substitute? Six Reasons Why Seaweed Granules Are!
Dried seaweed adds nutrition as well as flavor. Just a small amount added to any dish can add meaningful levels of minerals, iodine, and dietary fiber. This makes seaweed and Sea Seasonings® much more than just another salt substitute!
Sea Vegetables to the Rescue: Seaweed Extracts Investigated for Anti-Viral Properties
Can seaweed be a weapon against covid-19 and other viruses? The evidence shows that it can be.
Kelp Krunch Sesame Ginger™ Has Won The 2021 Good Food Award! What a Way to Start Our 50th Year in Business!
It was announced on January 22nd 2021 that our Kelp Krunch Sesame Ginger™ submission had won in our category!
What’s the Nutritional Difference Between Red, Green, and Brown Seaweeds?
How does color in seaweed translate to health and nutrition? Why do seaweeds have different colors?
