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Sat 05 May 2007Fruits of the seaSeaweed is incredibly good for you, as well as being useful in the kitchen - seaweed sausage anyone? Marie-Claire Digbymeets seaweed farmer and chef Seamus MoranSeaweed is one of the ocean's great free gifts. Although once regarded with suspicion, it is currently enjoying a revival as consumers become more aware of its nutritional benefits and chefs explore its culinary uses.