The main functions of kelp are: expectoration, softening and resolving hard mass (softening and resolving hard mass), diuresis and detumescence (diuresis and eliminating edema).
Diuretic swelling: there is white powder on the surface of kelp, which is mannitol. It has a certain medicinal effect. When absorbed by human body, it can achieve the effect of diuresis and detumescence.
Universal compatibility:
(1) Treatment of carbuncle, tuberculosis and swelling: Take one or two pieces of kelp, wash off the salt, and dry in the sun. Every time it is wrapped in cotton, soaked in vinegar and swallowed, the taste is relaxed again. (Sheng Huifang)
(2) Treatment of bladder qi stagnation, urgent use: soak a catty of Korean kelp and white rice overnight to wash away the salty taste. Add water, cook and chop. Shake off the onions and cut them off. To make matters worse, mix it with salt, black beans, glutinous rice, ginger, oranges and peppers. Mi Liang and japonica rice are still suitable. Extremely breathing. There's nothing to be afraid of. Seaweed can also be made in this way. (wide) according to
Modern research has found that kelp is rich in various minerals and trace elements, and contains unique phytochemicals, which has a variety of dietotherapy and health care functions, such as helping to enhance human immunity, enhancing human detoxification ability, helping to lose weight, lowering blood fat, blood sugar and blood pressure, and helping to relax bowels and protect eyesight.
Kelp, as an ingredient, is most commonly used as a seasoning for cooking soup base in Guandong, Japan, and is also the material of some Japanese stock.
Precautions: Use with caution for those with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold.