Many people think the only way to benefit from sea moss is to consume the sea’s largesse, but it’s also beneficial when used directly on the skin. Sea moss gel is rich in antioxidants that help the body neutralize free radicals that cause damage at the cellular level and leads to the fine lines and […]
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Water Soluble vs. Fat Soluble Vitamins
Millions of people around the world take a daily vitamin supplement. However, few really think about the vitamins they take, but there are two very different types. They’re absorbed differently and are eliminated from the body at different rates, which will have an effect on their efficacy and an individual’s overall health. They fall into […]
Surprising Sea Moss Benefits
Many people are not aware that sea moss can have surprising benefits for your health. In fact, this natural supplement has been used by Chinese herbalists for hundreds of years as a beauty and skincare treatment. The seaweed, also known as kelp or zoster, is rich in iodine and helps regulate thyroid functions. Thyroid hormones […]
Where does Sea Moss Come From?
There’s been a lot of talk about sea moss in recent years and its health benefits, but few know exactly what sea moss is. Sea moss, also known as Irish moss, is seaweed. It comes from the ocean and contains 92 of the 102 minerals that the body needs for health. A lot of confusion […]
How Antioxidants help your Body
Antioxidants are substances that help the body neutralize free radicals. The body creates its own antioxidant compounds to protect it. However, the levels of free radicals can accumulate and surpass the body’s own ability to neutralize them. Free radicals cause oxidative stress within the body and causes damage at the cellular level. The body is […]
Gold vs. Purple Sea Moss
There are two types of sea moss that people will find on the market. One belongs to the Genus Gracilaria and the other is Chondrus Crispus. The former is the Jamaican sea moss and the type that grows in the warm waters of the Caribbean. Both varieties grow naturally in multiple colors, including purple and […]
Foods and Supplements that Fuel Inflammation
Just as there are foods that aid in relieving inflammation throughout the body, there are also foods and supplements that can exacerbate existing inflammation. Ingesting a diet that contains high levels of certain substances can also cause chronic inflammatory responses. Inflammation is the body’s response to a wide variety of causes. It’s the body’s way […]
How to Make Sea Moss Gel Yourself
Sea moss has a wide variety of health benefits and is used after it’s been transitioned into a gel. You can purchase dried sea moss and make the gel at home to be added to food and beverages. Since it has little or no taste by itself, it’s popular as a thickening agent and provides […]
5 Ways to Prepare and Consume Sea Moss
Sea moss can easily be integrated into everyday food and drinks. Jamaican sea moss has little to no taste by itself, enabling cooks to be creative, and it’s a popular substitute for those pursuing a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle. Sea moss must be transitioned into a gel to be used effectively. For those using dried […]
Top 8 Health Benefits of Jamaican Sea Moss
The nutritious and healthful nature of sea moss was introduced to Jamaica in the 19th century by the Irish who consumed it during the Irish Potato Famine that began in 1845. Jamaican sea moss is harvested from the ocean off the coast of Jamaica and sun-dried to preserve its benefits. A true bounty from the […]