Evidence supporting the use of: Kelp
For the body system: Parathyroid Glands

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Kelp, a type of seaweed, has traditionally been used as a natural source of iodine, which is an essential nutrient for thyroid function. The parathyroid glands, while anatomically located near the thyroid, primarily regulate calcium and phosphorus levels in the body, rather than iodine metabolism. There is little direct scientific or historical evidence to support the use of kelp specifically for supporting parathyroid gland function. Most references to kelp in historical or traditional medicine relate to thyroid health, particularly in addressing iodine deficiency and associated thyroid disorders such as goiter. Some supplement and alternative health sources have extended the purported benefits of kelp to include the parathyroid glands, likely due to the glands’ proximity and partial interplay with the thyroid gland, but this is not based on established traditional use or scientific validation. The parathyroid glands’ main function—regulating calcium levels—is not directly influenced by iodine or other nutrients found in kelp. Therefore, while kelp has a traditional history of use for thyroid support, its application for parathyroid health is not grounded in either substantial historical or scientific evidence.

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