NOW Foods Kelp Powder Organic 8 oz.

NOW® Kelp is a whole-food seaweed (Laminaria) that provides 450 mcg per scoop of naturally occurring iodine — an essential mineral shown to be necessary for healthy thyroid function.* Kelp is a large, leafy brown algae that grows in ocean 'forests' and has been used for centuries as a nutritious staple in Chinese, Japanese and Korean cuisines. As a natural, food-based source of iodine, NOW® Kelp delivers the nutrient profile of a genuine whole food — a simple, traditional way to support the thyroid via dietary iodine.*

About the key ingredients

• Iodine (from Organic Kelp, Laminaria spp.) – 450 mcg per scoop: Naturally occurring, food-based iodine from whole-plant kelp — an essential mineral necessary for healthy thyroid function and the production of thyroid hormones.* Learn more about Iodine from the NIH.
• Other ingredients: None — a pure, single-ingredient powder; sold by weight, not volume.

Who it's for

Kelp suits adults who want a natural, food-based source of iodine to support healthy thyroid function — especially those whose diets are low in iodine-rich foods like seafood and seaweed.* It appeals to people who prefer a whole-food seaweed over synthetic iodine. Because iodine strongly affects the thyroid, it's best used with a doctor's awareness by anyone with a thyroid condition.*

Suggested use

Take 1 level scoop daily, preferably with a meal. For adult use only. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

Quality & certifications

• Family Owned Since 1968
• GMP Quality Assured
• Made in the USA
• Kosher
• Non-GMO
• USDA Organic
• Vegan

Frequently asked questions

Why take kelp?
Kelp is a whole-food seaweed and an excellent natural source of iodine, an essential mineral necessary for healthy thyroid function and thyroid-hormone production. It's a traditional, food-based way to support iodine intake.*

How much iodine is in it?
This provides 450 mcg per scoop of iodine per serving. Because iodine needs are modest and too much can affect the thyroid, don't combine it with other iodine supplements without your doctor's guidance.*

Who should be cautious?
Anyone with a thyroid disorder or taking thyroid medication should talk to their doctor before use, as should pregnant or nursing women. Iodine strongly influences thyroid function.*

Cautions & interactions

Kelp is a concentrated source of iodine, so use it thoughtfully. Talk to your doctor before use if you take thyroid medication, take other iodine supplements, or have any thyroid disorder, and if you are pregnant or nursing. Getting too much iodine can affect thyroid function, so avoid stacking multiple iodine sources. Keep out of reach of children.

Allergen information: Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Caution: For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication (especially thyroid medications), taking other iodine supplements, or have a medical condition (especially any thyroid disorder). Keep out of reach of children.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.