Posted by Vicki
on January 14, 2026
Finding a healthy, vitamin-boosting snack that’s also morish and delicious can be a huge challenge. But don’t worry, we’ve done the work for you. Crispy seaweed is the answer! Why seaweed? Let’s take a look…
What makes crispy seaweed so special?
Seaweed is a well-known staple of an Asian diet, and for very good reason. It’s naturally rich in minerals like iodine, iron and potassium and it’s also a completely natural marine vegetable, so you can feel good about eating it.
However, aside from all the commonly named nutrition benefits, one very specific, and lesser-known perk of seaweed is that it’s packed full of vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin.
Vitamin B12 is strangely hard to come by, and for vegans and vegetarians, it’s something that is often raised as a deficiency, just because very few plant-based foods contain it. This can often lead to supplement use as it’s a vitamin that’s crucial for nerve function and red blood cell production and repair.
Seaweed is one of the few natural plant sources that can provide a ton of vitamin B12 without the need for supplementary products.
Image: MORiSH’s crispy seaweed range
The power of vitamin B12 in crispy seaweed snacks
Without vitamin B12, we might miss out on extra energy production, increased brain function and red blood cell formation. As a result, a lack of vitamin B12 in our diets can leave us feeling lethargic and low in energy. It can also impair our ability to heal quickly or fight off illness. And for children specifically, there’s a direct link between their vitamin B12 levels and their cognitive development.
Basically, vitamin B12 is an essential element of a healthy diet and it keeps us all feeling fit and full of energy, ready to tackle the day ahead. However, B12 is often associated with meat and dairy products, so it can make a vegan or veggie diet a little more difficult to stick to.
The solution to this is seaweed snacks. Seaweed is a fantastic source of plant-based vitamin B12, making it the best option for vegan or vegetarian families. It’s tasty, easy to prepare and enhances pretty much any meal plan you can think of. It even works perfectly as part of a gluten-free, keto-friendly or GLP-1 diet. It’s a win-win option for optimal taste and maximum health benefits.
How does seaweed provide vitamin B12
During the drying process, seaweed begins to lock in all those important vitamins including bioavailable vitamin B12. If seaweed is eaten in its dried form, after being crisped up and seasoned for added flavour and texture, of course, all of the amazing vitamins remain locked inside. None of that natural goodness is lost during the cooking process like the majority of vegetables.
Cooking can make veggies taste delicious, but it also removes a lot of the good stuff. Drying does the opposite, sealing the nutrients and minerals inside to pass along to you directly.
Crispy seaweed: the perfect snack for busy lifestyles
Crispy seaweed thins aren’t just delicious and nutritious. It’s also incredibly convenient and beneficial for a busy lifestyle. Seaweed snacks are ideal for on-the-go munching because of their flexibility. You can eat them alone just as they are or crumbled over your meal to add extra texture, nutrients, and flavour.
Our beautifully flavoured seaweed snacks are the ideal companions to stick in your bag, providing that extra energy boost of B12 throughout the day when you need it most.
Did you try our B12 snacks? We’d love to hear what you think! Drop a comment, share a photo or video on social, and tag @morishsnacks. We’re keen to hear your take 🙂.
If you liked this article, take a look at our blog on How seaweed snacks can support your thyroid health.
