Kombu

A type of dark green sea vegetable sold in the West dried and cut into strips. Purported health benefits include the ability to: Soften or reduce growths such as tumors prevent high blood pressure treat goiter (due to its high iodine content) stimulate the lymphatic system regulate metabolism and proper body weight and increase the digestibility of beans. Use in stocks soups and other liquids as a flavoring agent and to enhance nutritional content.