Shengsi Seaweed (a specialty of Shengsi, Zhejiang)

Introduction to Shengsi Seaweed

There are wild seaweed available for consumption in Shengsi Islands. Seaweed is a type of algae plant that grows on coastal reefs. Its color is black and shiny, rich in nutrients, and delicious, which cannot be compared to artificially propagated seaweed. Seaweed is best harvested in winter, with fine leaves and a bright black color that gives it a delicious taste. It is commonly referred to as "winter vegetable", followed by seaweed harvested in spring

1. Rich in nutrients and high in iodine, seaweed can be used to treat "thyroid enlargement" caused by iodine deficiency. Seaweed has the function of softening and dispersing lumps, and is also useful for other lumps.

2. Rich in choline, calcium, iron, it can enhance memory, treat anemia in women, promote bone and tooth growth and health care.

; Containing a certain amount of mannitol, it can be used as an auxiliary food for treating edema. 3. The polysaccharides contained in seaweed have a significant enhancement of cellular and humoral immune functions, promoting lymphocyte transformation and improving the body's immunity; It can significantly reduce the total content of cholesterol in the serum

4. The effective ingredient of laver has a 53.2% inhibition rate on Ehrlich cancer, which is helpful for the prevention and treatment of brain tumors, breast cancer, thyroid cancer, malignant lymphoma and other tumors

Identification of dyed seaweed

Fresh seaweed has a dark green and shiny color. High quality seaweed has a purple black luster (some are purple red or purple brown), thin slices, and a soft texture; Poor quality seaweed has poor surface gloss, uneven thickness, red color mixed with green, poor taste and aroma, with many mixed algae and inclusions. If seaweed has a fishy or moldy smell, it indicates that the seaweed is no longer fresh. At the same time, high-quality seaweed has almost no impurities after soaking, and the leaves are relatively neat; Poor quality seaweed not only contains a lot of impurities, but also has irregular leaves. If it turns green after soaking, it indicates poor quality, or even counterfeit seaweed artificially colored. In addition, after buying seaweed, it can also be roasted on the fire. High quality seaweed should turn green after roasting, and if it turns yellow, it is considered inferior seaweed. Seaweed with excessively bright purple red color may be dyed

Tasting and Eating Methods of Shengsi Seaweed

1. Seaweed and Shrimp Skin Soup for Supplementing Iodine and Calcium

Seaweed has a very rich iodine content, almost 100 times that of grains and vegetables! In addition, seaweed is also rich in iron and vitamin B12, which are essential nutrients for hematopoiesis. Shrimp skin is rich in calcium, and the combination of the two is complementary, which has a certain effect on iron deficiency anemia and osteoporosis

2. Sesame oil Seaweed soup for constipation. Although the method is simple, it has a good effect on relieving constipation. 1/5 of seaweed contains dietary fiber, which can promote bowel movements, eliminate harmful substances from the body, and maintain intestinal health. Xiangyou also has the function of moistening the intestines and promoting bowel movements

3. Seaweed lean meat soup for longevity

Seaweed is known as the "longevity vegetable", with 25-30 grams of protein per 100 grams of dried seaweed, equivalent to soybean content, and rich in vitamins and other nutrients. The protein and other nutrients in seaweed are easily digested and absorbed, making it very suitable for elderly people with weakened digestive function to consume. Adding lean meat, the nutrition is more balanced and not greasy, which has a longevity effect on the elderly