Sea moss (Chondrus crispus) has become a go-to supplement for thyroid support, gut health, and mineral supplementation. But just like not everyone should take vitamin D or iron, sea moss isn't for everyone.
Sea moss is a red seaweed (algae) that grows in tidal zones along Atlantic coastlines. It's been used in traditional medicine in Ireland and the Caribbean for centuries, and has recently become popular as a "superfood" supplement. **What's in it:** - Iodine (high content — this ...
1. People with Hyperthyroidism or Graves' Disease **Why:** Excess iodine is a known trigger for hyperthyroidism and can worsen Graves' disease (an autoimmune form of hyperthyroidism). The thyroid uses iodine to produce hormones. In people with hyperthyroidism, the thyroid is al...
Even if you don't have any of the above conditions, sourcing matters enormously. Sea moss is a bioaccumulator — it absorbs and concentrates minerals from the water it grows in. **Contaminants found in untested sea moss:** - **Arsenic** — from polluted ocean waters; linked to can...
Even people without the above conditions can have too much of a good thing. Signs of excess sea moss consumption include: - **Iodine excess symptoms**: Metallic taste in mouth, acne flare-ups, diarrhea, nausea - **Thyroid symptoms**: Rapid heartbeat, anxiety, insomnia, unintenti...
If you have no contraindications and source from a reputable brand, the typical safe range is: - **1-2 grams of dried sea moss daily** (or 1-2 tablespoons of gel) - **Or 500mg-1g of sea moss extract** (for capsules/tablets) Don't exceed this range. More is not better. ---
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