Sea moss and its gel has been buzzing for a few years now, and for plenty good health reasons. It’s time you start making your own. You’ll be amazed at how simple it is!
With sea moss gel, a little bit goes a long way. When I add it to my protein shakes, soups, desserts, I use 1-2 tablespoons. Practically tasteless (given that you properly rinse and drain it), it’s the best kept secret for some of thee most delicious and decadent raw food creams!
So, what’s the deal with sea moss?
Firstly, I’d like to point out that sea moss isn’t new. It has been a part of the human diet for thousands of years. Though it is (historically) heavily consumed in places like the Caribbean and Ireland, it has been used medicinally in other cultures for decades, to treat ailments ranging from coughs, skin issues, hair growth, infections to low libido. Keep scrolling for more in depth info on the benefits.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF SEA MOSS
Sea moss contains many vital nutrients that can improve digestion, increase metabolism, boost immunity and so much more. Some of those nutrients include bromine, sulfur, calcium, iodine, magnesium, phosphorus, phosphate, manganese, potassium, beta-carotene, selenium, protein, pectin, zinc, vitamin-C and B-vitamins. Here are some of the ways your body benefits from nutrient-rich sea moss:
HELPS THYROID FUNCTION
Your thyroid, a gland in your neck below the "adam's apple", is responsible for increasing the rate and strength of your heartbeat to maintain healthy blood flow throughout your brain. Healthy blood flow through the brain directly affects your ability to think and sleep, which is why it's so important for your thyroid to function properly. A common mineral that helps your thyroid to function properly is iodine, which is abundant in sea moss. By consuming sea moss regularly, you are directly feeding your thyroid iodine to maintain proper functionality.
ENHANCES METABOLISM
As a result of proper blood flow due to sea moss consumption, your metabolism will also increase. Your metabolism is determined by three primary functions: Your body's ability to (1) convert food into energy, (2) convert food into building and recovery elements for cells, and (3) discard waste once the previous conversion processes have been completed. Sea moss, then, increases your metabolism by maintaining proper thyroid functionality.
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AIDS IN DIGESTION
Due to its gel-like consistency, sea moss can soothe pain from inflammation in the mucus membranes of your intestine. Simultaneously, the sea moss extracts toxins. The result of pain relief and detoxification makes sea moss an effective medicine for digestive issues such as indigestion, gastritis, ulcers, and constipation.
HELPS TO SUPPRESS APPETITE
For those seeking to lose weight but have trouble eating too much, sea moss is a great appetite suppressant. That's because sea moss is dense with minerals and nutrients which fill you up quickly. So, adding sea moss to your meals will make them more filling and nutritious!
RELIEVES MUSCLE SORENESS
Speaking of those minerals and nutrients, with which sea moss is dense, they can also help you to recover from intense exercise. Since your body uses the nutrients you consume for energy during exercise, nutrient-dense sea moss can replace the nutrients you lose, allowing you to exercise longer.
BOOSTS IMMUNE SYSTEM
Put simply, sea moss contains nutrients that help your body fight off illness. Those nutrients have antiviral, antibacterial, anticoagulant, and antimicrobial properties.
Nourishes skin: The various minerals in sea moss also make it a great skincare option. You can apply it directly to your skin in a gel form, which can relieve pain from sunburns and soften your skin like a lotion. Or if you'd prefer a more relaxing option, try adding sea moss to your bath tub for a soothing soak before bed.
LEADS TO BETTER SEX
Because sea moss is high in zinc and other minerals that support reproductive functions, it seems to be quite effective at increasing one's sex drive. Its anti-inflammatory properties in particular promote efficient blood circulation throughout the entire body, and yes…down "there", too! *wink*
WHAT'S MORE?!
This is RAW, Vegan Collagen in it's purest form! What's more? It's Raw Vegan Gelatin in purest form! This amazing versatile seaweed makes great gel thickener for smoothies and desserts, while also boosting and plumping your skin and hair with collagen. You can eat it and also make a gel mask for your face! Use it in recipes! NO BOILING NEEDED! Just rinse, soak, blend, and refrigerate. Note: expands to 4 times its size when soaked.
Organics Nature Raw Wild-Crafted Gold Sea Moss is sold in 8 ounce bags. This is the real stuff, and it's good for you! DO NOT use Irish Moss powder or flakes because it's been cooked dry in an oven and doesn't have the great qualities that this fresh stuff does.
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Frequently Asked Questions | FAQ
The recommended amount of sea moss gel to take daily is 2 tablespoons for adults and 1 tablespoon for children.
Sea moss is known to be a rich source of iodine (levels may vary in different types of sea moss and sea vegetables). Iodine is an essential mineral that helps produce thyroid hormones. The trick to iodine is to consume just the right amount, as both too little and too much can throw thyroid hormones out of whack. So YES, you can get too much of a good thing, and more isn't necessarily better. If you choose to consume sea moss, just be careful not to overdo it. 1-2 tablespoons (in gel form) each day is a good start.
To package your sea moss gel for shipping follow these steps:
-Fill a mason jar ALMOST to the top (this allows gel to expand).
-Freeze the sea moss gel over night.
–Bubble wrap the frozen sea moss gel.
-Line shipping box with foam wrap.
-Pack the bubble wrapped mason jar into your shipping box along with a frozen ice pack.
-Seal box with heavy duty shipping tape.
-Add your shipping label and your sea moss gel is ready to ship!
You can use sea moss gel in smoothies, juices, desserts, salad dressings, as a thickening agent in cooking, add to hot tea or coffee, in vegan cheese recipes, as hair and/or face mask.
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Recipe
How to Make Sea Moss Gel
Equipment
- blender
- Mason jar or air-tight container
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dry Sea Moss
- ½ cup water Use more for looser consistency
Instructions
- Rinse and clean sea moss. When fresh out of the package, sea moss can have lots of sand, salt and dirt on it. You want to assure you rinse several times–thoroughly.
- Cover sea moss in water and allow to soak at room temperature for at least 5 hours or overnight. Be sure to soak in a large enough container as it can expand to 2-2.5 times its size.
- After soaking, rinse a few more times. Moss will turn a creamy translucent color and have a slippery consistency.
- Add rinsed sea moss to the blender along with ½ cup of water (remember, use more water for looser consistency). Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Store the gel in the fridge in a glass container. It should keep for 3-4 weeks.
- When adding sea moss to a recipe as a thickener, it will take (recipe) about 2 hours in the fridge to firm up.
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