Kombu Broth
Source of Calories
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrates | 0.57 g | 0% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 0.14 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0% |
| Added Sugars | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.43 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.14 g | 0% |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | - |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | - |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium | 62.15 mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 80.91 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 42.44 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 16.62 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.29 mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0 mg | 0% |
% DV refers to how much a single serving of an individually packaged food or supplement contributes nutritionally to your daily diet, based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet. Generally, having 5% DV or less of a nutrient per serving is considered low, and 20% DV or more of a nutrient per serving is considered high.
Vitamin Coverage
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
0%
Vitamin D
0%
Vitamin E
0%
Vitamin K
0%
Vitamin B1
0%
Vitamin B2
0%
Vitamin B3
0%
Vitamin B5
0%
Vitamin B6
0%
Vitamin B7
-
Vitamin B9
0%
Vitamin B12
0%
There are 13 essential vitamins required for the body to work properly, which are categorised into two categories: fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. Vitamins have a Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), provided by the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), which vary by age and sex. The %DV indicates how much one serving contributes to the average recommended daily intake.
Mineral Coverage
Calcium
3%
Iron
2%
Magnesium
4%
Phosphorus
0.2%
Potassium
2%
Sodium
3%
Zinc
0%
Copper
9%
Manganese
0%
Selenium
0%
Minerals are micronutrients, of which 13 of them are essential to the human body. The Recommended Dietary Allowance includes Calcium (1,300 mg/d), Phosphorus (1,250 mg/d), Potassium (4,700 mg/d), Sodium (2,300 mg/d), Chloride (1,500 mg/d), Magnesium (420 mg/d), Iron (18 mg/d), Zinc (11 mg/d), Copper (0.9 mg/d), Selenium (55 mcg/d), Molybdenum (45 mcg/d), Manganese (2.3 mg/d) and Iodine (150 mcg/d).
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📚 Health Research & Evidence About This Food
Broth, when made with seaweed like kombu, can be a source of iodine, which is crucial for thyroid function; however, ingesting high iodine content from seaweed can pose a risk of exceeding tolerable upper intake levels, as observed in a clinical trial of habitual seaweed consumers. Additionally, seaweed, as an ingredient in broth, may offer potential benefits for gut health through prebiotic carbohydrates, heart health, blood sugar stabilization, and the immune system.
1. Seaweed: Health Benefits, Nutrients per Serving, Preparation Information and More
Source: WebMD
Summary: Seaweed, including dried kelp or kombu, can be used to make soup broth and offers potential health benefits such as improving thyroid function, enhancing gut health, and supporting heart health, blood sugar stabilization, and the immune system.
Read More: https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-seaweed
2. 5 Benefits of Eating Seaweed
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Summary: Seaweed is gaining recognition in Western diets for its potential health benefits and nutrient density, including phytochemicals, polyphenols, and omega-3 fatty acids.
Read More: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/seaweed-benefits
3. Impact of Habitual Seaweed Consumption on Iodine Nutrition and Thyroid Function: A Non-Randomized Pre-Post Clinical Study
Source: SpringerLink
Summary: Kombu is a type of edible kelp that is a primary ingredient in Kombu Broth, and ingesting seaweed with high iodine content poses a risk of exceeding the tolerable upper intake level for iodine, and its cessation can lead to a significant decrease in TSH.
Read More: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00394-025-03813-8
4. Assessment of Japanese Iodine Intake Based on Seaweed Consumption in Japan: A Literature-Based Analysis
Source: SpringerLink
Summary: Kombu broth is made with kombu, and the average Japanese iodine intake, largely from seaweed, can be substantial.
Read More: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/1756-6614-4-14
