1. IMMUNITY SUPERFOODS - KOMBU

2. KOMBU SuperfoodKombu is a seaweed which forms an important part of the Japanese cuisine.

3. Kombu is extremely versatile and is available dried, pickled, fresh and frozen

4. Kombu is a good source of glutamic acid which gives a distinctive taste the Japanese call umami.

5. HOT TIP Add a few strips of Kombu whenever cooking beans to improve digestibility.

6. CAUTION High iodine levels if consumed regularly. Need to watch out for thyroid diseases.

7. WHERE Kombu can be found in health food stores and Asian stores.

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