Dulse is bursting with healthy minerals, including zinc, magnesium, calcium, selenium, iron and potassium. These ensure a strengthened immune system and have an anti-inflammatory effect. A big plus of the algae is its content of important trace elements such as silicon, copper and manganese. These are very rarely found in food.
Dulse is also one of the few plant-based sources of vitamin B12 and is therefore a popular food supplement, especially among vegans and vegetarians. Besides numerous vitamins, dulse also contains antioxidants. These are known to slow down the internal and external ageing process.
We have already mentioned the high protein and iodine content of the algae several times in this article. Dulse consists of 60 percent protein! Even though the algae is low in fat, it still shines with its content of omega 3 fatty acids. These strengthen bones and joints and have a positive effect on our heart health.