The algae, also known as seaweeds have a broad variety of protein content, in addition to a extraordinary aptitude to combine with other vegetables, grains, and legumes. Not only do they contribute precious protein and other nutrients, but in general their mineralization is greater to that of any other plant or animal food.
As a result of the severe reduction of our soil by modern agricultural methods, food grown in it today contains a smaller amount minerals and other nutrients than in past years. Seaweeds can provide many of these missing nutrients, particularly trace minerals. In conditions of overall deficiency, minerals must be present before other nutrients will be efficient. Seaweeds are very concentrated in minerals and they are normally used as a additional item in recipes to supply a mineral foundation for better use of protein and all other nutrients.