Title: Nori Flakes
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Porphyra umbilicalis is a cold-water seaweed often cultivated in the chilly, shallow intertidal zones of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Nori is a common ingredient in Asian cuisine and is especially popular in Korea and Japan where it has traditionally been used to wrap sushi rolls. With a nutty, sweet, and salty flavor, nori flakes make a popular addition to soups, salads, and broths. Furthermore, nori has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine for its nutritious qualities. Nori is perhaps best known here in the U.S. as a wrap for sushi, but it has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Porphyra is a red seaweed that grows off the coast of Japan, where seaweed has always been an important food source. Like most seaweeds, Nori is very high in mineral content which accounts for up to 40% of its dry mass. The most important of these micronutrients is iodine. A very small portion of Nori provides well over the adult recommended daily intake of iodine, which is vital for proper thyroid functioning.