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
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?
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 […]
What Does Your Thyroid Do?
Your thyroid gland is a multifunctional part of your body located in the front part of your neck, just below your voice box. Its part of your endocrine system and produces two hormones that regulate and control many of your body’s functions. The thyroid requires the essential mineral iodine to function properly and it has […]
Why Add Seamoss to Your Morning Smoothie
Adding sea moss to your morning smoothie is one of the quickest and easiest ways to take advantage of its vitamin and mineral content. Dried sea moss absorbs an enormous amount of water, so the best way to incorporate it into your smoothie is by first transforming it into sea moss gel. If you want […]
Can Sea Moss Help with Gut Health?
Sea moss has been utilized for centuries as a remedy for a wide variety of ills and conditions. The use of red seaweed in China is documented from 600 BC and it was employed as a food source in the British Isles since 400 BC. Jamaicans knew the value of sea moss, and their store […]
6 Ways to use Jamaican Sea Moss
There’s a myriad of ways to use Jamaican sea moss and people are expanding its usage every day through their creativeness. It can be purchased dry and reconstituted to be added to foods, but the most common way is to transform it into a gel before use. For those that don’t want to take the […]
The Many Forms of Jamaican Sea Moss
There are many ways in which people around the world can experience the benefits of Jamaican sea moss. It’s available in multiple forms to accommodate a wide variety of needs and lifestyles. There are products that can be ingested and those designed to beautify the skin. Raw Sea moss can be obtained raw, but it’s […]
The Difference Between Jamaican Sea Moss and Irish Moss
Even though people are flocking to Jamaican sea moss, there’s also confusion about exactly what it is and much of that puzzlement stems from the many terms used to describe it. Names have been used interchangeably, leading to misconceptions. First and foremost, sea moss is seaweed and seaweed is a type of algae. There are […]
Sea Moss for Soothing Skin Conditions
Rich in vitamins and minerals, sea moss is commonly utilized in multiple types of skincare products. It has natural antibacterial, antiviral and antimicrobial properties that can aid in stabilizing the skin’s microbiome. It’s beneficial for relieving conditions ranging from eczema, psoriasis and acne. The sulfur content in sea moss can also assist in decreasing the […]