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2024-07-26 03:00
There is big potential for growing seaweeds commercially in New Zealand, but not much has been documented about the nutritional content of different varieties. Researchers found there were large differences in specific macronutrients among different seaweeds found in northeastern NZ. Red seaweeds were highest in protein and insoluble fibre, while brown seaweeds were highest in lipids and soluble carbohydrates. The authors say that their study provides a baseline of the nutritional composition of common seaweeds in Aotearoa, and highlights commercial opportunities for the seaweed sector.
Journal/conference: New Zealand Journal of Marine and Freshwater Research
Link to research (DOI): 10.1080/00288330.2024.2353211
Organisation/s: Massey University, University of Auckland, Premium Marine Technology Ltd, Invercargill, New Zealand
Funder: Georgia Hrstich-Manning was supported by the Graduate Women North Shore Charitable Trust and David Aguirre by Royal Society Te Apārangi Rutherford Discovery fellowship (RDF-MAU1904).