What is Seamoss?
Seamoss is a natural occurring algae found in the sea. Some of the seamoss being offered on the market today are grown in pools… you DO NOT want that seamoss. Think of naturally occurring seamoss as the Wild Caught fish of the industry vs farm raised. Usually the farm raised fish are kept in small breeding grounds and pumped with chemicals to make them bigger. Yea… seamoss can be pumped full of chemicals too! When looking for Seamoss, you’ll find an overwhelming offering of gels, powders, drinks, and even different kinds of moss.
We have an herbal infused Seamoss capsule that is 5x’s more potent than any gel on the market, and way more shelf stable than water based extracts. Find our capsules here.
The Most Potent Sea Herbs…
Dulse - an edible red algae that has a very dense nutritional profile. The important health benefits of dulse include its ability to build bone health, optimize the digestive system, increase growth and repair, lower blood pressure, improve vision, and protect the immune system. Dulse also helps to improve the thyroid gland and strengthen the nervous system. Dulse is used to flavor soups and salads, used as an herb for flavor (particularly certain varieties that taste vaguely of bacon when fried), and as a side to meat dishes. Dulse is very similar to seaweed in many ways but tends to have more fiber and protein content.
Kelp - a type of large, brown seaweed that grows in shallow, nutrient-rich saltwater near coastal fronts around the world. Kelp produces a compound called sodium alginate. Food manufacturers use sodium alginate as a thickener in many foods, including ice cream and salad dressing. Because it absorbs the nutrients from its surrounding marine environment, kelp is rich in vitamins, minerals, and trace elements. Kelp is one of the best natural food sources of iodine, an essential component in thyroid hormone production. It can also raise energy levels and improve brain function. Kelp contains Vitamin K1, Folate, Magnesium, Iron, Vitamin A, Pantothenic Acid, and Calcium.
Inflammation and stress are considered risk factors of many chronic diseases. Including antioxidant-rich food in the diet may help prevent them. Kelp is high in antioxidants, including carotenoids and flavonoids, which help fight against disease-causing free radicals.
Antioxidant minerals, such as manganese and zinc, help combat oxidative stress and may help protect cardiovascular health and prevent cancer.
Bladderwrack - one of the most common iodine-rich seaweed. It is used for thyroid problems, obesity, joint pain, constipation, and skincare. Bladderwrack has been an herbal remedy and a culinary element in various cultures for centuries. It was the source of iodine, which was hugely important in treating various conditions, such as deficiency, a consequence of which can be goiter – and is also an important part of a nutritional diet. The high levels of mucilage, beta-carotene, iodine, potassium, zeaxanthin, and other organic compounds give this herb a great deal of health power as well. Bladderwrack reduces inflammation, improves digestion, boosts heart health, improves skin, regulates the menstrual cycle, and speeds up wound healing.
Irish Sea Moss - a type of red algae that grows on the Atlantic coastlines of North America, Europe, and the Caribbean Islands. Its mucilaginous texture makes it a great healing/soothing agent for mucus membranes in the body, including in the respiratory and digestive systems. It can increase beneficial short-chain fatty acids in the colon, get rid of bad bacteria in the gut, and improve overall gut health and immunity. Irish Sea moss contains a decent amount of riboflavin (B2) and folate (B9). Riboflavin is needed to break down proteins, carbs, and fats, while folate is needed to form DNA and other genetic material. When folate pairs up with B12, it also helps to create red blood cells. Sea moss is tasteless so you can add it to a variety of dishes. In fact, it's an especially great plant-based substitute for gelatin or other thickening agents. You can also put it in smoothies, juice, cakes, sauces, homemade ice cream, stews, and soups.
Jamaican Purple Sea Moss - a kind of seaweed/alga is packed with vitamins and 92 minerals of 109 that are essential to our body. Purple sea moss is considered as one of the most nutrient and mineral rich food on the planet. It can serve as a powerful drink that gives your body the nutrition it needs. It can improve our immunity and fight off cold, sore throat, fever etc. because of its anti-viral properties. It is believed that the purple sea moss drink can increase sex drive when boiled with cinnamon and milk. It helps to maintain a healthy mucous membrane and relieve us from decongestion. It is a great source of calcium and Sulphur based amino acids that can make your bones stronger. Purple Sea Moss is rich in magnesium, chromium, iodine, bromine, selenium, pectin, manganese, potassium, iron, zinc, B-vitamins and vitamin C.
Our Herbal company - The Herban Brand - makes a deliciously potent Jamaican Purple Seamoss drink called Purple Drank. It is available in our Wellness Center and online here.
Though we think that any way you can introduce Seamoss into your diet is fine, we are especially keen on the highest quality and potency. Powdered/encapsulated Seamoss holds the greatest value and can be used in a variety of ways.
Advantages of powdered/encapsulated Seamoss…
Can be stored for up to 3 years.
Can be used instantly without preparation.
Dosages are easy.
Can easily be shared with others.
Uses:
Multi-mineral & Herbal infused Supplement
Soups & Stews
Cook with grains & vegetables to increase the nutritional value
Thickening agent
Rising agent
Shakes
Teas
Smoothie
Natural Soap Additive
Face Mask, skin exfoliator
Overview of our Herbal Infused Seamoss capsules:
Seamoss Blend Recipes
Banana Berry Smoothie
Ingredients:
1/4 cup frozen berries
3 baby bananas or 1 cup worth (the more ripe they are, the better)
3 of your Seamoss capsules
2 Tbsp hemp seeds (hemp seeds are one of the best plant-based sources for omega 3, you can also use raw walnuts)
1 to 1.5 cup spring water (or young coconut water with or without soft jelly coconut)
4 cubes of ice (optional)
2-3 Tablespoons agave (or preferred sweetener i.e. Date sugar, dates, agave is used to mask the taste of the sea moss.)
*Sweetener will help to balance the taste of the Sea moss powder blend.
Equipment:
Blender
Method:
Add water and nuts into the blender.
Blend on high for 3 minutes.
Add berries, bananas, sea moss.
Blend for 3 minutes on high.
Add more water if necessary for desired texture and add agave to adjust for taste.
Seamoss Gel
By applying boiling water to some seamoss powder and allowing it to cool the sea moss converts itself from a watery mixture into a solid gel reminiscent of a chew-able solidified pudding. Sea moss gel can be used in baking as a binder, as a substitute for eggs. Seamoss gel can also be used to make softer and more chew-able breads.
Ingredients:
6-8 of your Seamoss capsules
1 cup spring water
Equipment:
Blender
Method:
Boil spring water and add to blender.
Add the sea moss powder and blend on high for at least 1 minute or until all of it has liquefied.
Pour the liquid into a glass cup.
Allow to cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour or until it has solidified into a gel.
Store in the refrigerator covered for up to two weeks.
Seamoss Drinks
Water Drink with Sea Moss Powder Blend
The most effective way to intake the Seamoss is with just spring water. Water is in everything, so when you add your herbal supplements to it your body tends to use & recognize more of the nutrients. Adding agave may help those to get accustomed to the taste of this seaweed. It can be used as nutritious breakfast with just water and agave.
Ingredients:
2.5 cups spring water
2 of your Seamoss capsules
2 Tbsp. raw agave
Allspice and/or clove powder to taste.
Equipment:
Blender (preferred, but not required)
Method:Combine all ingredients into the blender and blend on high for 1 minute. Add more agave if needed.
Tea with Sea Moss Powder Blend
Ingredients:
4 cups spring water
2 of your. Seamoss capsules (or a bit more if desired)
Juice from seeded lime (optional)
Equipment:
Blender
Boiling pot
Method:
Boil 4 cups of spring water.
Pour 2 cups of the boiling water into the blender.
Cover and begin to blend on low.
Pour in the Seamoss powder blend while the blender is on low. (This avoids the moss blend from sticking to the glass).
Blend on high for 2-3 minutes.
Pour directly into a glass or stainless steel container.
Return to the blender and pour the remaining boiling water along the rim of the blender so that it slides down the blender. (This allows the remaining Sea moss powder blend in the blender to be used.)
Pour the remaining water from the blender into your container immediately.
Add juice from key lime to taste, optional.
Seamoss in yo beauty routine…
Seamoss can be used as an exfoliant for the skin to shed away dead skin cells and irregular skin textures. Help rejuvenate your skin for an effortless glow that comes from using natures sea moss.
How to use your Seamoss as an exfoliator:
Add a small amount of the sea moss powder blend into your hand and add water, just enough to create a muddy mixture
Lightly rub onto your clean skin with your finger tips for about a minute and rinse with luke warm water, this can be used two to four times a week
Here's a suggested routine where the Irish moss exfoliator would fit in:
Cleanser (that removes dirt and makeup)
Sea moss exfoliator
Tone - refreshes skin without stripping it from moisture
Essence - keeps skin hydrated, helps balance the ph levels of your skin
Serum
Moisturizer