Naturopathy-Bladderwrack

What is Bladder-wrack?

Bladderwrack is a kind of algae/algae that grows in the Atlantic and Baltic. It can be used as a kind of food, and also as an iodine and mineral supplement around the world

What are the properties of Bladder-wrack?

The Latin name of Fucus vesiculosus. It is also called brown algae, kelp, seaweed, cystic brown algae, fucose and so on. It is extremely rich in vitamins, minerals, lipids, amino acids, fiber, and carbohydrates; The content of nutrients varies depending on when they are harvested during the course of a year.

For example, Bladder wrack angulata harvested in the summer contains high levels of polyphenols of brown algae, making this seaweed brown and having some antioxidant properties. Bladder wrack harvested in winter contains higher levels of lipids, carotenoids, and chlorophyll.  

Because Fucus is easily collected, the population near the Atlantic region often viewed it as a convenient and accessible food for pharmaceutical use. It is worth pointing out that seaweeds are part of many traditional diets and are widely used.

Thyroid benefits of Bladder-wrack vulgaris

Bladder wrack is rich in iodine, a mineral required for the production of thyroid hormones. Iodine deficiency causes hypothyroidism and goiter, which leads to symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, alopecia, and impaired metabolism and body resistance.

In some parts of the world, there is a general iodine deficiency in soil and indigenous diet, so iodine supplementation is needed to prevent and reverse thyroid diseases. People with iodine deficiency take natural or artificial forms of iodine supplements, are usually able to repair normal thyroid function, and reverse their symptoms of goiter and hypothyroidism.  

Before the advent of modern thyroid medicines, Bladder wrack was often used pharmaceutically, and Bladder-wrack supplement appeared to manage hypothyroidism. Today, it can be used to supplement people who lack this mineral, but it must be used judiciously.

Benefits of Bladder wrack to the skin

Bladder wrack is rich in antioxidants that protect the skin from oxidative damage caused by sunlight and the environment. Using a Bladder wrack emulsion, or body cream, will help nourish your skin and provide protection when you are doing outdoor activities. In addition, alginate in Bladder wrack has also been shown to aid in the healing of wounded skin and can therefore be used to soothe itchy, irritated skin.  

The scope of Bladder wrack research even includes because of its resilience against bacteria, so it may help to protect the skin against infections. Bladder wrack can be used in lotions, soaps, bathing exposures, and so on. Integrating this pharmaceutically used plant into your daily living program is a good and sustainable option.