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Is it just us, or issea mossabsolutely everywhere?
Illustration by Clara Hendler
Boosts your immune system!
Helps your skin retain moisture!
), some of which seem almost too good to be true.
What is sea moss and what does it do for your skin?
“Because of this characteristic, [sea moss] extract reinforces and stimulates keratinization of the epidermis.”
“It wouldn’t be as potent in a rinse-off product,” she explains.
Adding skin-care products with enough sea moss extract in it may get you to see more hydrated-looking skin.
The specific formulation matters.
What about eating sea moss?
This dates all the way back to at least the Irish potato famine in the 19th century.
However, itisnaturally packed with vitamins and antioxidants, plus nutrients like calcium and high levels ofiodine.
It’s also been deemed safe to ingest, says Miami-based nutritionistLon Ben-Asher.
In fact, he notes, the iodine that sea moss is rich in is important for thyroid function.
The seaweed could also help gut health, as well as muscle recovery and energy.
“Sea moss is a good source of protein, which is a macronutrient very important to muscle recovery.
Therehavebeen somestudiesthat suggest sea moss may benefit gut health.
However, every expert we asked would like to see more data when it’s available.
Though you should be mindful about your intake.
“Too much consumption of iodine can have hormonal effects,” warns Dr. Rossi.
