Therapeutic Effect of Green Seaweed Against Metabloc Syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a major concern worldwide and in Pakistan as well. Metabolic syndrome is a pathologic condition which includes abdominal obesity, insulin resistance, hypertension and hyperlipidemia. Seafood consumption has been linked to reduced risk of many health conditions including altered blood profile. Green seaweed is known to have a potential in optimizing the blood profile and so, it is helpful in reducing the risk of metabolic syndrome by playing a role in preventing obesity, hyperglycemia, high blood pressure and altered lipid profile. Green seaweed (Ulva Lactuca) powder will prove to have therapeutic potential against obesity, hypertension, glucose intolerance and dyslipidemia.