Description: Seaweed are grown in the shallow waters and are also called macrophytic algae or microalgae. It is also a natural alternative for salt, which demonstrates antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties that are required to control the blood cholesterol levels and control blood pressure. They are available in various forms and their extracts are used widely across the food, feed and fertilizers industry verticals. Seaweed
provides
excellent
health
benefits
by
improving
digestion
and
weight
management and are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fibre, necessary amino acids, and vitamins A, B, C, and E. Furthermore, they consist of various important minerals such as Calcium, Iodine, Iron, Copper, Selenium, Magnesium, Manganese, and Zinc. Seaweed are rich in phytonutrients, including sulphated polysaccharides that have anti-inflammatory, antiviral etc. Some Drivers and Restraints of Seaweed Market: Increasing use of seaweed in to various herbal products and raising awareness of use of various species of seaweed in to food and feed applications. Also, high volume of seaweed consumption in to hydrocolloid production, European countries are harvesting and consuming the seaweed etc. However the major restraints of the market are excessive consumption of seaweed may led to health issues, lack of awareness of harvesting vari ous species of seaweed etc.