Arame is a species of seaweed or kelp that has a mild, semi-sweet flavor. Arame is common in Japanese cuisine and can be found in salads and marinaded dishes. It comes in a dried form and due to it's mild flavor, can be reconstituted and added to dishes without impacting the flavor. Just one serving of arame provides over 100 percent of the daily value for iodine and 50 percent of the daily requirements for calcium. Adding arame to one's diet on a regular basis has been reported to improve overall immune function, and condition of hair skin and nails. Due to it's high content of lignans, arame has been the focus of several anti-cancer studies.I'll definitely be adding this to my salads and other dishes.
