Kelp, also known as brown algae, is an herb that comes from deep under the sea. It is, essentially, seaweed that thrives on sunlight & takes in the host of nutrients & minerals present in the water around it. This makes kelp an interesting & necessary supplement for those seeking to adopt a healthier lifestyle; indeed kelp is believed to have many benefits & serves a multitude of purposes. Kelp is the number one herb for supplementing iodine. & being that it is a natural source of iodine it is considered to be safer & better for the body than chemical synthetics. Superstars like vitamin C, iron & calcium are always in the news & well-known for their health benefits, while iodine has been essentially ignored. But we need iodine for efficient thyroid & pituitary function. The thyroid, located in the area of the throat, is responsible for regulating metabolism & body temperature. We know that a strong metabolism is important for weight control, & so it is important for those seeking to maintain a healthy weight, or those hoping to lose a few pounds, to add kelp to the list of things that we know are beneficial to weight management: drinking lots of water, exercising on most days & incorporating a low-fat, low-calorie diet. ...

Buckwheat Super Seeds Rice Cake. “I’m tired of looking so dull, ” Said the Buckwheat Bird to the wren. “ There’s a trendy new salon in town, ” Came a cry from a fashionable hen. But the wren said not to be silly, “ It’s what’s inside that’s the star. Don’t go to that salon in town, You’re quite alright as you are!”“ And with all that buckwheat you eat, ” Came a song from a sparrow on high, “ Your wings are so shiny & neat, & you’ve a twinkle so bright in your eye.”  ...