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Kelp is beneficial to the pancreas and the prostate. It also builds cell membranes, helps the digestive system, can help prevent the growth of tumors, can help cleanse the body of radiation and normalize glands and hormones.

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Spirulina is chlorophyll rich, easily digestible, immune booster, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial! It is a great brain food with protein, vitamin E & K, copper, iron, sodium, manganese, magnesium, potassium, zinc, phosphorus, selenium, calcium, and omega 3!

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Chlorella is chlorophyll rich, heavy metal and synthetic toxin removal, mineral rich, and has anti-cancer properties.

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Dulse is a rich source of vitamins A, C, E, and B vitamins as well as calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, zinc, and iodine.

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Arame: The mild, sweet flavor of arame makes it an adaptable addition to soups, salads, casseroles and many different types of cuisine. Usually sold in a dried form, it is easily reconstituted. Providing a good amount of potassium, arame is a good dietary source for vitamin A, iron, calcium and has antibacterial properties.

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Kombu: Sold dried and pickled, this type of seaweed is used extensively in Japanese cultures to make kombu dashi soup. Valuable for its high iodine content, it helps control metabolism by helping with the production of thyroid hormones. Since our bodies don’t make iodine, it is important to get it from food sources such as kombu. Have you ever tried kombucha tea? The fermented beverage is actually brewed from dried kombu!

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Nori: Most commonly known as the outer wrapping of sushi, nori has been valued as a food for longevity for centuries. As one of the most nutritious forms of seaweed, nori is a great source of iron, calcium, fiber and vitamins A, B and C. It’s also known as a skin superstar for its anti-inflammatory properties and omega-3 content. Just one sheet of nori has the same amount of omega-3s as two whole avocados.

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Wakame: Often used in salads and seen floating in soups, this slippery seaweed became widely used in the U.S. due to the influence of the macrobiotic movement. Often referred to as “women’s seaweed,” wakame helps prevent bloating by acting as a diuretic and is packed with osteoporosis-preventing calcium and magnesium. It is also one of the few non-animal sources of vitamin B12, so vegetarians take note.

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                                    6 Reasons to Start Eating Seaweed

Seaweed is pure: After years of using synthetic chemicals, the quality of soil has degraded, which has led to less nutritional food. Seaweed proves to be pure flora that can provide quality nourishment.

Feeling blue? Eat more seaweed. Through its high vitamin B1 content, seaweed helps combat depression and fatigue.

A 2010 study found that seaweed can reduce our rate of fat absorption due to its inhibitory effect on a digestive enzyme called lipase.

Research suggests seaweed can help regulate estrogen and estradiol levels. Responsible for proper development and function of sexual organs, it may also reduce the risk of breast cancer.

It's great for digestive health: A high seaweed intake helps increase the good bacteria in the gut while strengthening gut mucus.

Seaweed is a beauty food: Acting as a cosmetic enhancer, seaweed helps strengthen the hair and scalp and maintain high levels of collagen for healthy skin.

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Sushi Health Fact: The fish in sushi is rich in protein, as well as low in fat and calories. It can boost the body’s ability to function regularly, create new cells, and keep you strong and healthy.

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Sushi Health Tip #1  The most sought-after benefit of sushi is the tasty access to omega-3 fatty acids in the form of fish. The HDL cholesterol helps balance and eliminate LDL cholesterol from the body. #ShogunJapeneseSteakSushi #Chattanooga #TN #Teppanyaki

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HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM SHOGUN JAPANESE STEAK & SUSHI! We look forward to being here for all your sushi cravings in the 2019 year! Have a great year!

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Happy Holidays from the Shogun Japanese Steak & Sushi family to yours! We wish you a wonderful and safe celebration! #ShogunJapaneseSteakSushi #Chattanooga #TN#Teppanyaki

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Sushi Health Fact: The fish in sushi and the soy sauce are rich in iron. Iron plays an integral part in the production of RBCs, increasing the circulation to all of the body, stimulate hair growth, and improve skin tone.  #ShogunJapaneseSteakSushi #Chattanooga #TN #Teppanyaki

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Common Sushi Myths Will Surprise You

Myth: With sushi, the fish is all that matters.

Fact: Good sushi is a marriage of perfectly prepared ingredients. Of course, the quality and handling of the fish is extremely important to good sushi. But the rice, seasoning, sauces, and garnishes play a critical role, too!  The mix of flavors, expert preparation, even the presentation determine the quality of sushi. A top-notch sushi chef is an expert in selecting the perfect ingredients that bring out nuanced and delicious flavors in one another.

Myth: All sushi is raw fish.

Fact: The term “sushi” actually refers to the specially-prepared rice. Sushi rice is usually vinegared and seasoned with a little salt and sugar. In fact, many sushi rolls contain cooked fish, or no fish at all. Sushi can feature other meats or even be completely vegetarian (try a cucumber roll!). The term “sashimi” refers to raw fish that is thinly sliced.

Myth: All sushi is expensive.

Fact: Sushi prices vary widely. The price of a sushi roll depends on many different factors, including the skill it takes to put it together, the cut and species of fish, and how rare the specific ingredients might be. Sushi restaurants typically include lower-priced rolls as well as high-end delicacies on the menu. Whatever your budget, you can enjoy fresh, delicious, artfully prepared sushi 

Myth: Sushi must be paired with sake.

Fact: Sake and sushi is not a traditional pairing. Sake is made from fermented rice, which traditionally is not considered a good match with rice-heavy sushi. However, contemporary sushi restaurants offer many kinds of sake, several of which go great with sushi – just ask your waiter. If sake isn’t your “cup of tea,”  you can also pair sushi with beer or wine. Speaking of tea, you may want to simply order green tea with your sushi. Green tea helps to clean the palate between bites to sharpen your enjoyment of each bite of sushi.

Myth: Only get sushi on the day a fresh shipment comes in.

Fact: Same-day fresh is not ideal! The perfect fish for sushi is slightly aged. Sushi chefs specialize in serving fish at the perfect time. That means that the fish you are served may have been aged for a day or two to bring out its best flavor and texture. Shipments are timed so that fish are ready to serve any day of the week. So don’t worry about timing your meal – any day of the week will work perfectly!

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