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Table 4.7
Sea Herbs, Immunity, and Cancer
Seaweed
Compound
Compound Type
Immune Effects
Laminaria
Fucoidan
Polysaccharide
Fatty acids
Antiviral and immunostimulant
Chlorella
Chlorellin
Glycolipid
Anti-HIV and immunostimulant; increases interferon production
Spirulina
GLA
Cartenoids
Phycocyanin
Liver- and kidneyprotective; inhibits cancer colony formation

Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus)
Bladderwrack is a seaweed that was often used by the Eclectics as a medicinal plant. It is a gentle but stimulating alterative, suited for people (usually women) with cold and fatty conditions. My specific indications would be hypothyroidism, particularly in large, pear-shaped women with breast or ovarian cancer who tend to be cold and have subnormal body temperatures. Bladderwrack improves lymphatic and thyroid function. It improves nutrition and supplies an organic source of trace elements, iodine, and minerals. When I use bladder-wrack in a tonic, I usually recommend it be used in a 5 to 10 percent ratio to the tonic. It's best to start with a small dose and work up gradually, checking the body temperature as an indicator. I sometimes recommend Atomidine (see Resources), a pure iodine solution. Each drop supplies 150 meg of iodine; I usually recommend 1 to 6 drops per day, depending upon the person.
Spirulina
Spirulina is a blue-green microalga that is rich in chlorophyll. Its nutrients are easy to digest and absorb, making it an excellent source of energy for those who are weak and suffer from poor assimilation. Studies have rated spirulina's protein digestibility at 85 percent versus approximately 20 percent for beef.
It offers an effective nutrient treatment for severe liver damage resulting from malnutrition, alcoholism, or the consumption of nutrient-destroying foods or drugs. It also offers protection to the kidneys when taking strong

 
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