Kombu is edible kelp from the family Laminariaceae widely eaten in East Asia. It may also be referred to as konbu, dashima or haidai.
Scientific name: Saccharina japonica
Very helpful in preventing breast cancer and thyroid tumor or nodules, and goiter, and preventing colon cancer. IT contains sodium alginate that can chelate with heavy metals such as Cadmium and then throw them out of the body.
Amount Per 1/5 of 7″ piece (3.3 g)
Calories 5
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0 g 0%
Saturated fat 0 g 0%
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 90 mg 4%
Potassium 170 mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 1 g 0%
Dietary fiber 1 g 4%
Sugar 0 g
Protein 0 g 0%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 2% Iron 0%
Iodine 100%+ Magnesium 6%
*Per cent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.