{"id":31073,"date":"2022-07-06T18:51:04","date_gmt":"2022-07-06T18:51:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/?p=31073"},"modified":"2022-07-06T18:51:08","modified_gmt":"2022-07-06T18:51:08","slug":"sea-moss-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/sea-moss-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Sea Moss? We Investigated TikTok\u2019s Latest Wellness Craze"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>No less than seven people have mentioned sea moss or sea moss gel to me in the past couple of weeks, so I knew I had to look into it. The kicker? Each person said they heard it was good for different health concerns. This always gives me pause, but the ingredient is clearly having a moment: The #seamoss hashtag clocks in over 272 million views on TikTok.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>As with many health and beauty trends, sea moss isn\u2019t new. In 2020, even Kim Kardashian tweeted that she\u2019s a fan of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.refinery29.com\/en-us\/2020\/02\/9354684\/kim-kardashian-sea-moss-health-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sea moss smoothies<\/a>\u2014though it\u2019s been around longer than that. In fact, you may already be using or consuming it in your daily life without even knowing it. So, what exactly is it and should you be seeking out this ingredient for your next <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/post-workout-smoothie-recipes\/\">smoothie<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/homemade-face-masks-for-acne\/\">face mask<\/a>? We asked both a dermatologist and registered dietitian to share what the science says about sea moss.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-sea-moss\">What is Sea Moss?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Sea moss is an edible red seaweed found on rocky shores in the Northern Atlantic. While sea moss is the of-the-moment moniker, it\u2019s also known as Irish moss, or its scientific name, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/agricultural-and-biological-sciences\/chondrus-crispus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Chondrus crispus<\/em><\/a><em>. <\/em>You may have heard of it more commonly called carrageenan.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img data-dominant-color=\"e6d4c2\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #e6d4c2;\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sea-moss-skincare.jpg\" alt=\"Sea moss skincare\" class=\"wp-image-31077 not-transparent\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>Carrageenan is an extract from certain red seaweeds, primarily<em> Chondrus crispus<\/em>, that has been used as a thickening agent and emulsifier in food and beauty products for decades. These are just a few places you may spot carrageenan on a label:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Yogurt<\/li><li>Nut milks<\/li><li>Ice cream<\/li><li>Creamers<\/li><li>Processed meats<\/li><li>Vegan or plant-based cheeses<\/li><li>Moisturizers<\/li><li>Facial serums<\/li><li>Gel creams<\/li><li>Cleansers<\/li><li>Toothpaste<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<p>So, if you\u2019re consuming or using any of the above products, you\u2019ve likely already come into contact with sea moss.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-sea-moss-safe\">Is Sea Moss Safe?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Carrageenan derived from sea moss may be safely used in food, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/scripts\/cdrh\/cfdocs\/cfcfr\/CFRSearch.cfm?fr=172.620\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">according to the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC1242073\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">research<\/a> has pointed to carrageenan\u2019s detrimental effects on the G.I. tract in animals as a reason to pull it from human diets, but other research has found that it may have benefits. A <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29469913\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2018 review<\/a> of the available research on carrageenan found that there is not enough conclusive evidence on either side of the argument and more research is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>One thing to note about the FDA\u2019s approval of carrageenan as a food additive is that they generally assume you\u2019re eating it in small amounts (only a little bit is needed to help make your plant-based yogurt taste creamy!) That doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re okaying you to dive into a jar with a spoon daily, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@rebeccaaleigh\/video\/7091772342317157675\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">like some users are doing on TikTok<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>\u201cSea moss gel is generally safe to consume since it is a type of seaweed, which is safe,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/nutritionists\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\">Jennifer Martin-Biggers<\/a>, PhD, RD, HUM\u2019s VP of scientific affairs and education. \u201cHowever, seaweed is known to be prone to high heavy metal levels if grown in areas that do not control for environmental pollution.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<p>As for topical applications, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewg.org\/skindeep\/ingredients\/701131-CARRAGEENAN\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Environmental Working Group <\/a>rates carrageenan as \u201cGood,\u201d and the ingredient scores low for common concerns like cancer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/seasonal-allergies\/\">allergies<\/a>, and immunotoxicity.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sea-moss-benefits\">Sea Moss Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>There are many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/seaweed-benefits\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\">health benefits to seaweed,<\/a> in general, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/benefits-of-seaweed-for-skin\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\">seaweed for skin<\/a> has also become more popular. For its small size, seaweed is packed with vitamins and nutrients like iodine, iron, calcium, potassium, and antioxidants.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<p>These are a few potential benefits that are specific to sea moss:<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-its-nutrient-dense\">1. It\u2019s Nutrient-Dense<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Like other seaweeds, Irish moss packs vitamins and minerals into a small package. A <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/168456\/nutrients\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2-tablespoon serving of raw sea moss<\/a> contains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>18.2 micrograms folate, 5 percent of the Daily Value<\/li><li>.89 milligrams iron, 5 percent of the Daily Value<\/li><li>0.047 milligrams riboflavin, 4 percent of the Daily Value<\/li><li>14.4 milligrams magnesium, 3 percent of the Daily Value<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30990756\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47 milligrams iodine<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30990756\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trace amounts of zinc and copper<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<p>\u201cWhile we know the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41430-020-00739-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nutritional profile of seaweed<\/a> and it is generally healthy, most of the research on the health benefits of seaweeds comes from epidemiologic studies that evaluate associations between what people typically eat in their diets and if they develop disease over time,\u201d explains Martin-Biggers. \u201cThere is a need for intervention studies (where people are given seaweed to consume compared to a placebo) to confirm the health benefits that are hinted at in experimental studies and the epidemiologic data.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-it-helps-skincare-products-absorb-better\">2. It Helps Skincare Products Absorb Better<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>\u201cIn one study, carrageenan has been shown to enhance absorption by acting as a vehicle for active ingredients,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/marmurmedical.com\/about\/hysem-eldik-md\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hysem Eldik, MD<\/a>, a dermatologist at<a href=\"https:\/\/marmurmedical.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Marmur Medical<\/a> in New York City. \u201cThis allows for more product to permeate through the skin when it is combined with carrageenan versus if the ingredient was used alone,\u201d he explains. \u201cIt has also been studied to act as a scaffolding for healing properties and applied to wounds allowing for absorption and penetration into the wound.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img data-dominant-color=\"c5bcb5\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #c5bcb5;\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sea-moss-benefits.jpg\" alt=\"Sea moss benefits\" class=\"wp-image-31079 not-transparent\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-its-hydrating\">3. It\u2019s Hydrating<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Dr. Eldik says sea moss can be particularly beneficial for people with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/truth-dry-skin-care-guide\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\">dry skin<\/a>, as it has a net moisturizing effect and has emulsifying and gelatinous properties. As a topical, sea moss has some winning properties.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-it-may-support-immunity\">4. It May Support Immunity<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>As for the claims on TikTok about sea moss boosting your immunity, Martin-Biggers says they may be true. \u201cThere are some preliminary studies in animals that show promising effects,\u201d says Martin-Biggers. For instance, one study found <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5992350\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">salmon that consume sea moss<\/a> show benefits to their immune response. Still, more evidence is needed in humans to confirm this benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sea-moss-side-effects\">Sea Moss Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Just like the benefits, the potential side effects depend a lot on whether you\u2019re consuming sea moss or using it as a topical.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Some TikTok users have reported stomach issues after consuming sea moss gel, which tbh, might just be because they\u2019re eating jelly that tastes like seaweed? Jury is still out.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>But Dr. Elkin notes, \u201cIngestion of carrageenan has shown to be correlated with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/anti-inflammatory-lifestyle\/\">inflammation<\/a> in the gastrointestinal tract.\u201d Hence, he advises that those with inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea steer clear.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Also\u2014while it would be pretty hard to eat *this* much sea moss, because seaweed is rich in iodine, one study found that eating <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32803579\/%20I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">286 grams a day<\/a> would put you above the upper limit for iodine. As a result, \u201cConsuming too much can provide an excess of iodine which can be detrimental to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/hypothyroidism-vs-hyperthyroidism\/\">thyroid<\/a> (iodine-induced hyperthyroidism),\u201d says Martin-Biggers.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-takeaway\">The Takeaway<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>\u201cOverall, it\u2019s not necessary to consume [sea moss] for your health,\u201d says Martin-Biggers. \u201cI recommend focusing instead on improving your overall diet, and if you are looking for additional benefits, incorporating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/what-vitamins-and-supplements-should-i-take\/\">supplements<\/a> that are more proven in research in humans to have benefits on your skin, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/how-the-immune-system-works\/\">immune system<\/a>, and more.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Though, if you still want to try sea moss, \u201cDon\u2019t take more than is recommended on the instructions or more than four grams per day,\u201d she says. Martin-Biggers also recommends looking for reputable sources of sea moss.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>For skin benefits, you may want to try topical products containing sea moss and its extract, carrageenan, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cocokind.com\/products\/sea-moss-exfoliator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cocokind Sea Moss Exfoliator, $20<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/mmskincare.com\/collections\/mmserum\/products\/mmrevive_serum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MMSkincare Revive Serum, $85<\/a><br>A favorite of Dr. Elkin, this serum contains algae which has enhancing moisturizing properties.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/madhippie.com\/products\/cream-cleanser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mad Hippie Cream Cleanser, $16<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bedbathandbeyond.com\/store\/product\/alba-botanica-2-fl-oz-even-advanced-sea-moss-moisturizer-spf-15\/1014324526?skuId=14324526&amp;store=&amp;enginename=google&amp;mcid=PS_googlepla_nonbrand_plahealthandbeautyconsumables_online&amp;product_id=14324526&amp;adtype=pla&amp;product_channel=online&amp;adpos=&amp;creative=583529964368&amp;device=c&amp;matchtype=&amp;network=g&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwwo-WBhAMEiwAV4dybUGrj_LUeSrk2rKW-JdwFtwiliR1gQUTisHMUDk0biRdhUcu-D8Y8RoCxssQAvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alba Botanica Even Advanced Sea Moss Moisturizer, $16<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No less than seven people have mentioned sea moss or sea moss gel to me in the past couple of weeks, so I knew I had to look into it. 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