Kelp Noodles:Why In the World Would I Eat Them?

Here is a kelp noodle recipe I developed for Dherbs.com

Keela says:
"Kelp noodles? You want me to eat that stuff my dog drags around on the beach? Why on earth would I do that? I love kelp noodles myself. I've come to appreciate the crisp texture of fresh, simply prepared kelp noodes. I must admit that my favorite way to feast on these delicacies from the sea is thoroughly drenched in a rich, tasty sauce and marinated for at least two days, making the noodles soft and reminiscent of a favorite from my early twenties; TopRamen!"

NaturalNews.com writes
Eating noodles is not normally known as a way to lose weight. That's because traditional noodles are made with calorie-rich starches derived from grains like wheat. But even spelt noodles, brown rice noodles and quinoa noodles still contain a lot of calories.
That's why kelp noodles are so amazing: They're made out of sea kelp, and they're packed with water. Yet they perform amazingly well in soups, raw noodle dishes and even Italian-style dishes like spaghetti.
Kelp noodles contain just 6 calories per serving, and yet they take up a lot of physical space in your belly, contributing to that "full" feeling that reminds you to stop eating.
You may be able to find kelp noodles at your local health food store.

Kelp noodles are also great for adding substance to light soups or vegetable broths. They make a broth eat like a full soup (and they make you feel full, too).

The Facts
Kelp is a large type of seaweed, and in fact, there are approximately thirty different types of kelp. It is classified as algae and is very rich in nutrients. The health benefits of including kelp as a dietary supplement are well documented. These include the strengthening of the circulatory system, provision of strong bones and teeth, cancer fighting benefits and reducing the risk of strokes and heart disease. The large concentration of iodine found in Kelp helps to stimulate the thyroid gland and control metabolism.

Kelp grows in oceans and so is naturally rich in all the nutrients which the ocean contains, most of which are needed also by the human body in various amounts. These include over 70 minerals, trace elements, enzymes, iodine, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron and 21 amino acids. The complex range of nutrients makes it an essential promoter of glandular health. Kelp is also a natural antibiotic because of its iodine content, which helps the body fight bad bacteria and infections.

One of the main benefits of kelp is its high content of iodine which is a mineral that is essential for the correct functioning of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland regulates metabolism. If there is not enough iodine in the diet, the thyroid is forced to work harder than it should have to, eventually becoming enlarged. This syndrome is called goiter. Kelp is a natural and healthy alternative to salt, as it has a salty taste. It is especially important in terms of women's health as it is rich in iron, potassium and calcium - all useful for women of all ages, during menstruation, pregnancy and for nursing mothers.

I leave you with a video I did a while back that's been fairly popular. I encourage you to experiment with your own saucy flavors. Taste test everything as you go and you're bound to create something marvelous.

- K