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    Friday Five: The wellbeing benefits of seaweed and podcast news

    enAugust 14, 2020

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    • Mint Mobile's Reverse Auction and UnitedHealthcare's 'A Little Extra'Mint Mobile offers a limited-time promotion with prices as low as $15/month, while UnitedHealthcare's Health ProtectorGuard plans help manage out-of-pocket costs without typical requirements and restrictions.

      Mint Mobile is offering a reverse auction promotion, lowering their prices to just $15 a month for new customers for a limited time. Meanwhile, UnitedHealthcare encourages being "a little extra" with their Health ProtectorGuard fixed indemnity insurance plans, which help manage out-of-pocket costs without usual requirements and restrictions. Elsewhere, Lazar discusses an enlightening food conversation with Patrick Holden on his podcast, debunking myths about grass-fed beef and cows' role in carbon sequestration. Despite the unpredictable weather, Lazar also encourages listeners to check out the first episode of his new food series featuring Patrick Holden.

    • Exploring the World of Seaweed: Health, Nutrition, and Well-being with Craig RoseMarine biologist and seaweed farmer Craig Rose shares his passion for seaweed as a nutritious and accessible food source, emphasizing its health benefits and potential as a future food staple.

      Seaweed, a staple in the kitchens of the speaker and marine biologist Craig Rose, offers numerous benefits for health, nutrition, and well-being. Craig, the founder of Doctor. Seaweed and Weed and Wonderful, shares his background as a marine biologist and wild seaweed farmer, and how his vision was to make seaweed accessible and understandable to the public. He describes seaweed as "wonderful" instead of "weird," and emphasizes its potential as a food of the future due to its various health benefits. The speaker also mentions recording podcast episodes with Ruby Wax and Jenny Faulconer, with the latter featuring an interview with the speaker about running and wellness. The embargo on Ruby Wax's episode will be lifted soon, while Jenny Faulconer's Run Pod episode is already available. The speaker also promotes Weed and Wonderful, a brand that produces seaweed-infused cooking oils and smoked seaweed drops, which provide umami flavor and metabolism-boosting goodness.

    • The Sustainable and Nutritious Benefits of SeaweedSeaweed is a sustainable food source rich in iodine, an essential mineral for thyroid health and metabolism. It's naturally abundant and effectively absorbed by the body when consumed as a food source, making it a promising future food source.

      Seaweed is an impressive and sustainable food source with numerous health benefits. From a sustainability perspective, it doesn't require fresh water, land, or fertilizer to grow. It's particularly rich in iodine, an essential mineral that is crucial for thyroid health and metabolism. Iodine is often lacking in plant-based and vegan diets, as traditional sources like dairy and fish are increasingly scarce. Seaweed is the only natural, abundant source of this essential nutrient. Furthermore, seaweed offers a unique advantage over synthetic supplements. When consumed as part of a food source, such as a seaweed capsule, iodine is more effectively absorbed and utilized by the body due to the presence of other trace minerals and nutrients. This natural food matrix allows for a sustained release of iodine, ensuring that the body absorbs what it needs and eliminates excess. Overall, seaweed's sustainability and rich nutritional profile make it a promising future food source.

    • Iodine's Role in Health and Affordable SolutionsIodine is vital for brain health, cognitive function, and child development. Mint Mobile offers unlimited data plans for $15/month. PlushCare prescribes weight loss meds online. Weeden Wonderful oils add unique flavors. Mother's Day gifts from 1-800-Flowers. LinkedIn hires pros not found elsewhere.

      Iodine, an essential nutrient, plays a crucial role in various aspects of health including brain health, cognitive function, and child development. The thyroid gland, which produces hormones containing iodine, is crucial for the endocrine system and skin health. Consuming sufficient iodine is essential, especially during pregnancy. Now, shifting gears, Mint Mobile offers an affordable wireless plan with unlimited data starting at just $15 a month. PlushCare, on the other hand, provides online access to board-certified physicians who can prescribe weight loss medications for those who qualify. Regarding the Weeden Wonderful flavored oils, they transform simple dishes with unique and wonderful flavors. Creating these flavors is an intriguing process. Stay tuned for more insights on this fascinating topic. Additionally, this Mother's Day, consider giving back to the special moms in your life with handmade bouquets, sweet treats, and unique gifts from 1-800-Flowers. And for small business owners, LinkedIn is the go-to platform for hiring professionals who can't be found elsewhere. In summary, iodine's importance for health, Mint Mobile's affordable wireless plans, PlushCare's weight loss solutions, Mother's Day gifts from 1-800-Flowers, and LinkedIn's unique hiring capabilities are the key takeaways from our discussion.

    • Seaweed-infused oils: A natural and delicious way to enhance food flavorsSeaweed-infused oils provide an umami effect, are versatile in use, and offer potential health benefits beyond flavor

      Seaweed-infused oils offer a delicious and natural way to enhance food flavors, providing an umami effect similar to high-quality Parmesan. These oils, such as cold-pressed rapeseed infused with seaweed, are not overly seaweed-tasting and can be used in various ways, including cooking, roasting vegetables, and finishing dishes like pasta or eggs. Seaweed is naturally rich in glutamates, which give the umami effect, and its use is not limited to Asian cuisine but has been a traditional food in various cultures throughout history. The benefits of seaweed extend beyond flavor, with potential prebiotic and weight management advantages due to its polyphenols. Seaweed experts, or phycologists, are actively researching and exploring the applications of seaweed and algae in various fields.

    • Exploring the World of Seaweed and Its BenefitsThe UK is leading the way in seaweed research and innovation, with Craig collaborating with brands like LISAL Well-being to bring these benefits to consumers. Seaweed is a sustainable, ethical sea vegetable, and both Seaweedandco.com and LISAL Well-being are making strides to reduce waste.

      There is growing academic interest in the field of phycology, which focuses on the study and application of seaweed and its benefits. This field is particularly relevant for companies and brands looking to create sustainable, ethical, and appealing products. The UK is leading the way in both research and innovation in this area. Craig, a key figure in this field, is collaborating with brands like LISAL Well-being to bring these benefits to consumers. Seaweed, a humble yet highly sustainable sea vegetable, is at the forefront of this movement. Patrick Holden would be proud of the progress being made in the seaweed industry due to its sustainability credentials. Craig has generously offered a 25% discount on all seaweed products at Seaweedandco.com using the code "LizLoves." Additionally, the LISAL Well-being Magazine is transitioning to a subscription-only model, which means it will only be printing the exact number of copies needed for subscribers. This change aims to reduce waste by eliminating overprinting. If you'd like to receive the September-October issue, now is the last chance to subscribe. The magazine will no longer be available in shops after next week.

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