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Why is sea cucumber more expensive than kelp?
1, growth environment. Sea cucumbers grow in the natural environment, and the number is relatively small. Due to the destruction of marine environment by human activities, the growth environment of sea cucumbers has been seriously affected, and the number has gradually decreased, so the price of wild sea cucumbers has remained high. Kelp generally grows on rocks with the seabed under the tide, and can also be cultivated artificially on ropes or bamboo, which is relatively easy to cultivate.

2. Nutritional value. Sea cucumber is rich in nutrients and active substances, and is considered to have a variety of medicinal values. Sea cucumber is rich in amino acids, minerals, polysaccharides and other nutrients, which plays an important role in improving human immune function, promoting metabolism and regulating endocrine. Therefore, sea cucumber is widely used in health care products, medicines and other fields, which also makes its price rise. Kelp can resist radiation, lose weight and detoxify, and promote the absorption of calcium.