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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
People typically don’t think much about their digestive processes unless it becomes a problem. The usual advice from medical professionals for digestive issues is to eat smaller meals, consume more fiber, drink more water, and get more exercise. However, no one ever provides concrete examples for which foods are natural aids to digestion. People that […]
Researchers are continually studying the benefits of having healthy bacteria in the gut. Over the years they have determined that good bacteria can reduce the risks of several different types of cancer including colon cancer, esophageal cancer, and breast cancer. They also found that a decrease in bad bacteria increases the risk for irritable bowel […]
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 […]
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 […]
[wpecpp name=”purple sea moss” price=”35″ align=”right”]There are a great number of foods that have anti-inflammatory properties that can aid in easing the pain of arthritis and problems associated with chronic conditions. Consuming a regular diet of anti-inflammatory foods can assist over the long-term and offers a healthier alternative to processed foods, many of which contain […]
In the interests of health and reducing animal cruelty in the meat industry, many people are turning to a plant-based diet. It’s possible to obtain the vitamins, minerals, and nutrition that the body needs, but there are some things everyone needs to know before converting to a plant-based diet. What is it? A plant-based diet […]
