Atlantic Holdfast Irish Moss

Irish Moss, Chondrus crispus 2oz. bag This wild-crafted sea vegetable is harvested from small boats by hand among offshore islands. Irish Moss contains a natural thickening agent that has been used traditionally to thicken beverages, soups, sauces, smoothies, and puddings. It can also be used topically as a skin and hair tonic. A preferred method is to infuse the whole re-hydrated seaweed in a small amount of hot water, and blend into a uniform gel for use as an ingredient in foods and beverages. The term “Sea Moss” is used to describe several unrelated species of seaweed that contain thickening properties, some of which have been bleached in the sun and rain, resulting in loss of nutritional value. Chondrus crispus is the only true “Irish Moss,” growing exclusively in the cold, clean waters of the north Atlantic. In addition to the full complement of trace minerals found in all seaweeds, Irish Moss contains unique anti-viral properties. It has been used internally to treat coughs and chest infecti