From the sea to your stomach, sea moss (aka Chondrus crispus, it's scientific name), is a type of algae or seaweed that brings a lengthy list of benefits when added to your wellness routine.
Just a 4-tablespoon (20-gram) serving of raw Irish sea moss provides:
Calories: 10
Protein: 0.5 grams
Total fat: 0 grams
Total carbs: 3 grams
Fiber: 0.5 grams
Total sugar: 0 grams
Calcium: 1% of the Daily Value (DV)
Iron: 10% of the DV
Magnesium: 7% of the DV
Phosphorus: 2% of the DV
Zinc: 4% of the DV
Copper: 3% of the DV
Plus, the list of health benefits include:
Providing necessary nutrients: Sea moss is rich in nutrients like iodine, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and a variety of vitamins, including A, C, and E.
Thyroid health support: As mentioned above, sea moss is packed with iodine, a necessary micronutrient for healthy thyroid function.
Immune system boost: Thanks to all of the antioxidants, sea moss can help strengthen your immune system and protect cells from oxidative stress.
A source of energy: Sea moss serves as a natural source of sustained energy (so no crash like you get after a sugar-filled energy drink).
Healthy skin support: The high amounts of collagen in sea moss can help improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
And more
For even more more benefits, check out our Rosewood Market Elderberry Sea Moss Gel.