Guest guest Posted May 12, 2004 Report Share Posted May 12, 2004 > Sea vegetables are virtually fat-free, low calorie and one of the richest > sources of minerals in the vegetable kingdom as they have ready access to the > abundance of minerals found in the ocean. Nourishment is acquired across the > sea vegeable's entire surface through the gentle wave action of underwater > currents. Sea water & human blood contain many of the same minerals in very > similar concentrations. Sea vegetables contain high amounts of calcium and > phosphorous and are extremely high in magnesium, iron, iodine and sodium. For > example, 1/4 cup of hijiki contains over half the calcium found in a cup of milk > and more iron than in an egg, important concerns for vegans, those who > refrain from eating any animal-based products. They also contain vitamins A, B1, C > and E, as well as protein and carbohydrates. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2004 Report Share Posted May 12, 2004 Like protein's a fear, not getting enough nutrients is another fear. Land animals get all the nutrients they need from land plants. And sea vegetables really don't taste as if they're supposed to be eaten by me. Rich New Forum: www.rawfoodeaters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2004 Report Share Posted May 13, 2004 Me too, but to each their own! =0) -Barbara > > And > sea vegetables really don't taste as if they're supposed to be eaten > by me. > > Rich > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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