Is sargassum good for humans?
Is sargassum good for humans? Sargassum seaweed is a nutritious food, rich in carotenoids, cellulose, protein, and aspartic and glutamic acids. It has a long history of traditional use and has been used in Asian traditional medicine systems for thousands of years.
What is the problem with sargassum?
Rotting Sargassum causes the production of hydrogen sulfide gas which smells like rotten eggs. How can hydrogen sulfide affect my health? Hydrogen sulfide can irritate the eyes, nose, and throat. If you have asthma or other breathing illnesses, you will be more sensitive to hydrogen sulfide.
Is sargassum edible for humans?
Did you know? Sargassum is edible, it's harvested to feed livestock too, and you can fry, boil, steam or dry it. It's played a part in Chinese medicine as far back as the 8th century, treating goiters (high iodine content) — and made into tea to control phlegm.
Do resorts clean up sargassum?
Popular resort hubs, including Playa del Carmen and Tulum, have ramped up efforts to deter sargassum from affecting travelers. What is this? Both destinations have set up temporary barriers and hired more cleaners in an effort to attract more travelers.