Sea Cucumber Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Sea cucumber is a marine invertebrate animal related to sea urchins and starfish. Considered a delicacy in Asian cuisine, sea cucumbers are edible and used in cooking. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, sea cucumber is used to promote health and longevity.¹

Sea Cucumber Health Uses and Health Benefits

The primary health benefit of sea cucumber is its content of chondroitin sulfate, a substance that’s in cartilage. Taking sea cucumber can help improve joint health and can act as a treatment for osteoarthritis and joint pain. Sea cucumber also contains an antioxidant compound that has potential antitumor benefits. Sea cucumber extract has also shown to be effective in treating and preventing gum disease.^1,2

References

1. https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/sea-cucumber 
2. https://www.livestrong.com/article/263233-the-benefits-of-sea-cucumber/