Multiple studies have been performed with sea moss, including those by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the prestigious Cleveland Clinic. Traditionally used in Jamaica as an ingredient in cooking and for skin care, dieticians and scientists agree that sea moss has medicinal benefits. Sea moss absorbs vitamins and minerals from the ocean where […]
Author: Jerome Thomas
Is Jamaican Sea Moss an Aphrodisiac?%3$s>
Sea moss has traditionally been used in the Caribbean as a natural libido enhancer for men and a fertility aid for women. Many claim it’s a natural aphrodisiac, but it’s important to understand the meaning of aphrodisiac. First, it’s not a magic love potion. An aphrodisiac is any substance that works to increase arousal, sexual […]
What are 5 Ways Sea Moss can be Used?%3$s>
Sea moss has experienced a surge of interest and a major ingredient in any number of products. It has multiple health benefits and many people may already be using it without being aware. Sea moss is found in a variety of hair and skincare products and used in a myriad of foods and drinks. The […]
Where is Sea Moss Cultivated%3$s>
Jamaica sea moss is unique in that it’s not cultivated in pools or farmed. The 100 percent wild-crafted sea moss is hand harvested in the traditional way from the ocean where it grows near the shore. Sea moss grows wild in the Caribbean off the coast of Jamaica and is known as the collagen of […]
Nutrition from the Sea%3$s>
The term nutrition is typically equated with eating specific foods, but it also means how foods that are consumed affect the overall health and wellness of the body. In the latter sense, Jamaica sea moss is truly nutrition from the sea. It contains 92 of the 102 minerals the body needs for healthy functioning, along […]
Why Sea moss is gaining Popularity%3$s>
Sea moss has been used for centuries in traditional medicine around the world. What people know as modern medicine only came about in the 18th century and many of the medications used today were developed from the botanicals many individuals refer to as folk medicine. In recent years, there’s been a movement by people around […]
Seamoss: Topical vs. Consuming%3$s>
There’s a debate raging among users of Jamaican sea moss that centers around whether it’s more effective and beneficial when consumed or if applied directly to the skin. Jamaican sea moss is equally beneficial whether it’s consumed or applied topically. However, it will largely depend on the purpose for which an individual is using sea […]
Unique and Nutritious Smoothie Ingredients%3$s>
Once considered exclusively as a sweet treat, they transitioned into the realm of a healthy drink. Smoothies have become one of the most popular beverages of the past 10 years. Highly versatile, they can be substituted for any meal of the day or consumed as a nutritious snack. Smoothies offer an ideal solution for busy […]
Sea Moss: Natural Skin Nutrition%3$s>
Anyone that uses commercial hair or skincare products may already be using sea moss without even knowing it. Sea moss is utilized in shampoos, conditioners, and a wide range of lotions, exfoliants, facial masks, and antiaging products by major beauty brands. It has natural antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties that are particularly beneficial for those […]
What Does Sea Moss Taste Like?%3$s>
By itself, sea moss doesn’t have much flavor, but it can have a slight seaweed taste, which is why it’s typically used in smoothies, juices and similar foods after it’s been transitioned into a gel form. It’s also a natural biological thickening agent that many cooks use in stews, soups, homemade ice cream, and even […]