Kelp absorbs its iodine from the sea. Iodine is an important trace mineral that promotes healthy metabolism, which makes kelp a premier aid to weight loss.
With the help of the amino acid tyrosine, your thyroid converts iodine into the hormones T3 and T4, both of which help regulate the body’s metabolism. Some people even take kelp to treat thyroid imbalance. That said, though, it’s always important to speak to your doctor before taking supplements to treat health problems