Panel 3: Deep Dive: Seaweed as Food and Medicine

Time: 2:30 pm–3:30 pm, Saturday, April 25th

Location: The Cohen Center, Gulf of Maine Research Institute, Portland, ME

Description:

Seaweed has been a staple food and source of nourishment in coastal cultures for centuries—and today, it’s gaining renewed attention for its powerful nutritional profile and culinary versatility. Designed as a deeper dive into seaweed for nutrition and health, this conversation brings together leading voices in food-as-medicine and culinary nutrition to explore the science behind seaweed’s health benefits, its role in supporting a balanced diet, and how it’s being used in both traditional and modern kitchens. Whether you’re curious about micronutrients, gut health, or simply how to cook with seaweed at home, this panel will give you both the “why” and the “how”—grounded in real expertise and practical application.

Hear from expert panelists to learn about:

• What are the nutritional benefits of eating seaweed?
• How can seaweed be incorporated into everyday meals and recipes?
• What are chefs and food innovators doing with seaweed right now?

Seaweed Saturday Panels

Join us during Seaweed Saturday, a free, all-ages celebration of seaweed on Portland’s working waterfront, for a series of engaging panel discussions featuring some of Maine’s leading voices in seaweed science, industry, and innovation.

Hosted in the Cohen Center at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute, these 60-minute panels highlight topics that are shaping Maine’s seaweed sector—from food and nutrition to cutting-edge product development and ocean restoration.

Panels are free to attend, but space is limited and pre-registration is recommended. Whether you’re new to seaweed or already a fan, these conversations offer a unique opportunity to learn directly from the people driving Maine’s seaweed moment.