Algae & Sea VegetableSea spaghetti
Himanthalia elongata is a brown seaweed rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and bioactive compounds like phlorotannins. Preclinical and nutritional studies suggest it may offer antioxidant benefits and serve as a functional food ingredient. Human clinical evidence remains limited, though it is widely consumed as a culinary sea vegetable.
Nutrition · estimated · per 100g
40Calories
2gProtein
8gCarbs
0.5gFat
3gFiber
0gSugar
Benefits
- Himanthalia elongata is a brown seaweed rich in dietary fiber
- vitamins
- and bioactive compounds like phlorotannins. Preclinical and nutritional studies suggest it may offer antioxidant benefits and serve as a functional food ingredient. Human clinical evidence remains limited
- though it is widely consumed as a culinary sea vegetable.
Key compounds
PhlorotanninsfucoxanthinalginatesfucoidanVitamin Cvitamin Kiodinedietary fiberprotein
May help with
- Antioxidant support
- gut fiber
- metabolic support
Best for these goals
Antioxidant supportgut fibermetabolic support
How to use it
Dried whole fronds; fresh; powdered; marinated
Evidence level
Limited
Cautions & interactions
IODINE: Moderate — monitor intake, especially with thyroid conditions or medications | Contaminant concerns: Heavy metals (arsenic, cadmium, lead); iodine variability | Monitor intake due to potential heavy metal accumulation and iodine content, especially for individuals with thyroid conditions. Monitor total iodine intake, especially with thyroid disease, pregnancy, or regular high-dose use. | Interactions: May interact with thyroid medications due to iodine content and anticoagulants due to vitamin K.
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