Long-term computer use inevitably exposes one to some radiation. A diet lacking in vitamins A, E, and B-group vitamins can reduce the body's tolerance to radiation, which is detrimental to health. It is widely recognized internationally that drinking tea and eating more green vegetables and black fungus can have anti-radiation effects, helping to reduce the harmful effects of computer radiation. In fact, kelp is also a highly recommended food for combating radiation.
The extract from kelp, fucoidan, can mitigate the damage to the body's immune function caused by isotopes and radiation, and it inhibits the apoptosis of immune cells, thereby possessing anti-radiation properties. The gelatinous substance in kelp can promote the excretion of radioactive substances from the body along with feces, thereby reducing the accumulation of radioactive substances in the human body and lowering the incidence of radiation-related diseases. Furthermore, kelp is known as the "longevity vegetable" and the "iodine champion." It contains a special amino acid, laminine, which has the effect of lowering blood pressure.
Kelp should be consumed in moderation, as excessive iodine intake can also affect health. People with hyperthyroidism should not eat kelp. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not consume large amounts of kelp. Kelp is considered "cold" in nature; therefore, individuals with a weak spleen and stomach, or who experience abdominal pain and diarrhea, should use it with caution. After washing, kelp should be soaked in water for 6 hours before cooking. This is because kelp may be contaminated with arsenic from seawater, and soaking is necessary to reduce arsenic intake.
Kelp and Pork Rib Stew