The red algae, Chondrus crispus—commonly recognized by the name Irish sea moss—prospers along the harsh shores of the northern Atlantic. For a long period, it has held a significant role in ...

The moss is also known as Carrageenan. In the late 1800s, Irish people relied on the nutritional properties of sea moss, particularly during the Great Famine. When they began emigrating, they ...

As wellness influencers take sea moss on TikTok, a nutritionist and an herbalist explain to Newsweek the algae's health benefits.

Some of the most nutrient-rich foods come from the sea, such as heart-healthy salmon, tuna, and mackerel. The sea also offers some healthy plant-based foods like seaweed that are rich in iron ...