Enteromorpha intestinalis vs Corchorus Olitorius

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Enteromorpha intestinalis

Nutritive

Corchorus olitorius

Nutritive

Description

Common green seaweed from coastal waters; historically eaten in Japan, Korea, and Pacific Islands.

Leafy vegetable widely consumed in Egypt and the Middle East as molokhia soup, used medicinally for digestive and nutritive conditions.

Active Compounds

ulvan, chlorophyll, beta-carotene, iodine, iron, vitamin C

flavonoids, vitamins, minerals, mucilage, phytosterols

Traditional Uses

nutritive, digestive health, antimicrobial

digestive health, nutritive, fever, pain relief, immune support

Modern Uses

anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, nutritive

nutritive, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, digestive support

Adult Dosage

5-20g fresh or 2-5g dried

Fresh or dried leaves as food or tea freely

Contraindications

iodine allergy, polluted water sources

cardiac glycoside medications (small amount natural glycosides), allergy

Side Effects

generally safe, iodine excess from large amounts

very well tolerated as food

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E