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Wakame
Wakame
Low concern
Wakame is an edible seaweed and source of iodine, fiber, and minerals. Excessive iodine intake from frequent seaweed consumption can disrupt thyroid function.
Found in
87 products
What it is
Undaria pinnatifida, an edible brown seaweed widely used in Japanese and Korean cuisine.
Whole food, source of iodine, fucoxanthin, and minerals.
Why it's flagged
- high iodine content; thyroid effects with excess intake
- potential arsenic accumulation
What regulators actually say
"Seaweeds (such as kelp, nori, kombu, and wakame) are some of the best food sources of iodine, but their content varies widely."
"Inorganic arsenic is a recognized contaminant in seaweed; intake should be considered in dietary exposure assessments."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as a food (edible seaweed)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as food
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