Basic information of Seaweed
The thick, overlapping part at the base of the wakame where reproductive cells gather is called the “reproductive frond” or “sporophyll.” Wakame is a seaweed, so it does not have roots. However, “mekabu” is often described as the base or root portion of wakame. It has the crunchy texture and strong stickiness as well as natto. “Mekabu” is not a type of seaweed.
It is a seaweed that is rich in dietary fiber, has extremely low carbohydrate content, and is low in energy. It contains a large amount of alginate, a type of soluble dietary fiber, which has been reported to suppress postprandial blood glucose levels and inhibit the absorption of salt (excretion of salt).
| Per 100g | Energy kcal |
Protein g |
Fat g |
Carbohydrates g |
Dietary Fiber g |
Salt Equivalen g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mekabu (raw) |
14 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 0.4 |
Eating mekabu at the beginning of a meal has been shown to effectively suppress postprandial blood glucose levels. This practice is referred to as “Mozuku First®” or “Sea Vegetable First®.” In trials involving healthy adult women, it has been demonstrated that practicing “Mozuku First®” results in significantly greater suppression of postprandial blood glucose levels compared to practicing “Vegetable First.”
For further details, please click the URL below.
https://www.kaneryo.co.jp/mekabu_first/
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