SEA MOSS (RAW) 2 lb

Sea moss

Supporting weight loss

Seaweeds may help support weight loss. In a 12-week studyTrusted Source of 78 adults, those who took 1,000 milligrams of red seaweed extract per day had a significant reduction in total body fat mass and body weight than the placebo group.

Research posted to Marine DrugsTrusted Source also notes that a compound in many seaweeds called fucoxanthin shows promise in helping to break down and metabolize fat.

Weight loss effects may vary with each type of seaweed, and much of the research focuses on isolated compounds, rather than the effects of sea moss generally.

typically refers to a specific type of algae or seaweed called Chondrus crispus, also known as Irish moss. It is a spiny, edible plant, and has some similarities to other edible seaweeds such as kombu, dulse, or wakame.

Sea moss grows naturally in waters and tide pools along rocky coasts, such as coasts of the northern Atlantic Ocean. Common sea moss is a red seaweed, though it can grow in different colors as well, depending on factors such as the local climate and water temperatures.

Uses

Sea moss has a history of use in cultures close to where the moss naturally grows. Sea moss is a natural sourceTrusted Source of a thickener called carrageenan. This can make it a good addition to soups, stews, or other foods that need thickening.

Some companies still harvest and sell the dried sea moss itself, but it is more common to find sea moss in the form of a dietary supplement.

Supplements may contain sea moss on its own, or with a combination of other ingredients. The sea moss is usually in powdered or gel form.

Some companies may take advantage of the thickening properties of sea moss to create products such as vitamin gummies or gels.