Sea moss is a kind of algae or seaweed that is recognized by its scientific name, Chondrus crispus. It thrives in the waters between North America and Europe along the rocky Atlantic shores, it is an edible sea plant filled with many benefits. Sea moss can be found in different colors such as green, yellow, purple, brown, and black. Sea moss has been used as a food-thickening agent by various manufacturers for many years. It’s the only natural source of carrageenan, a thickener that’s used in all kinds of products such as ice cream, cottage cheese, toothpaste, non dairy milks, lotions and even baby formula.

There are a ton of studies on the advantages of seaweed, the relative of sea moss, but not enough on sea moss particularly. Nevertheless, it is widely regarded as safe for foods, and its advantages are like those of other seaweeds.

Consult your doctor if you have seaweed or sea food allergy, are pregnant or nursing. Sea moss and other seaweeds can affect some medications taken for underlying health conditions, such as kidney and heart issues.

Sea moss is safe for kids to take as long as they are not allergic to seaweeds or sea foods. We advise seeking a doctor's or a nutritionist's approval before using any supplements for your kids. They should have the most knowledge of the child's history and general health, as well as any dietary supplement benefits