Kelp NSP — Laminaria Seaweed

Thyroid disorders are becoming more common every day — prevalence is rising and patients are getting younger. Problems are even seen in children and teenagers. The thyroid produces important iodine-dependent hormones. The gland’s condition depends on this trace element. It helps regulate heartbeat, body temperature and mental activity.

In practice worldwide — and in Europe in particular — active supplements are used to help prevent thyroid disease. They are also used as part of combined support. One effective herbal preparation with a high iodine content is the Kelp combination.

What is Kelp?

The Kelp complex is developed by Nature’s Sunshine Products (NSP), a world leader in beneficial food supplements. It is aimed at supporting thyroid function, strengthening thyroid health and helping protect against external factors. The supplement is a valuable source of iodine — a key element for the gland.

The thyroid is butterfly-shaped and sits on the front of the neck. This small organ produces the thyroid hormones T3 and T4. They control a range of metabolic processes in cells across every system and tissue. Normal T3 and T4 levels matter for the stomach, heart, reproductive function, nervous system and skin. Iodine is needed to make these hormones. Deficiency lowers thyroid function; the gland enlarges to compensate. Every organ and system then suffers. Tachycardia may appear; a woman may struggle to carry a pregnancy; a man’s libido may fall; in children memory and cognitive function may be impaired.

With mild iodine deficiency the first signs can be hair loss, brittle nails and acne. Iodine preparations or supplements are therefore used to help correct hormonal status.

Kelp contains a combination of seaweeds with a raised iodine content.

NSP herbal preparations have long been known in Europe as effective supportive care for thyroid concerns.

Properties of the supplement

The main properties come from its composition. Every component carries a high concentration of iodine and important nutrients:

• Kelp. Irish moss and laminaria seaweeds — a natural iodine source known since ancient times.

How to use

NSP Kelp is taken in courses of 1–2 months depending on the body’s needs and a practitioner’s advice. The daily dose is 4 capsules, split into two doses: 2 capsules with food twice a day. A bottle of 100 capsules lasts 25 days unless a specialist adjusts the dose.

When it is used

In Europe, iodine-containing supplements are used for concerns linked to deficiency of this microelement:

• thyroid conditions (goitre, autoimmune thyroiditis, hypothyroidism);
• disturbed metabolism;
• frequent colds and infections, poor immune status;
• brittle nails, hair loss;
• clearing toxins and radionuclides;
• tachycardia and arrhythmia;
• obesity linked to hormonal activity;
• worsening memory and concentration.

For prevention the complex may be used when working in hazardous industries.

An NSP nutraceutical should be recommended by a specialist or nutritionist.

Composition of Kelp

The daily dose of the NSP complex is 4 capsules; composition:

• Brown seaweed — 2,100 mg* (*no recommended daily amount stated)

One capsule weighs 630 mg. A full bottle contains 100 capsules.

Contraindications

Kelp is rich in natural iodine, so it must not be used with heightened sensitivity to this microelement. Seaweed is contraindicated in people with serious digestive or kidney disease (nephritis), pulmonary tuberculosis, in pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in children under 12. Use in pregnancy is not recommended.

Storage

Store the supplement in a place protected from light at a maximum of 25°C. Keep out of the reach of children.

This NSP herbal preparation is not a medicinal product. Consult a specialist before use. The site administration accepts no responsibility for harm to health from unsupervised use or exceeding the dose.

Food supplement. Not a medicine. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a specialist before use.