Functional FoodIrish Moss
Evidence for health benefits is primarily from in vitro and in vivo studies, with limited clinical data, suggesting potential for various biological activities.
Benefits
- Antimicrobial
- immunomodulatory
- neuroprotective
- anti-inflammatory
- antiviral
- antidiabetic
- cytoprotective
- antioxidant
- anticoagulant
- nephroprotective
- antitumor activities.
Key compounds
Carrageenansproteinslipidscarbohydratespolyphenolsessential amino acidscarotenoidsvitamins (AB1B2B9B12CDEK)iodineironpotassiumzinccoppermagnesiumcalciumdietary fiber
May help with
- Historically used in human diets and medicine globally
- including as a folk remedy for respiratory ailments and as a mucilage for digestive issues.
Best for these goals
Antimicrobialimmunomodulatoryneuroprotectiveanti-inflammatoryantiviralantidiabeticcytoprotectiveantioxidantanticoagulantnephroprotectiveantitumor activities.
How to use it
Soups, smoothies, desserts, gels, food additive, mucilage
Evidence level
Limited
Cautions & interactions
High iodine content can cause thyroid issues (goiter); potential for digestive discomfort (bloating, diarrhea, upset stomach); allergic reactions possible, especially with seafood allergy. | Interactions: May interact with blood-thinning medications like warfarin due to vitamin K content; consult a healthcare provider if on such medications.
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