Gelatinous gooey sea moss is a well-liked wellness product among TikTokers who frequently gush about its health advantages online, but experts aren’t sure if it’s a fishy fad or a nutritional gold mine.
The algae is sold as a gummy, liquid, or dried dietary supplement at expensive stores, and TikTokers have been seen gorging on heaping spoonfuls of it, according to the New York Post.
The stony beaches of the Atlantic Ocean are home to this algae.
Health professionals doubt its nutritional worth when compared to other fruits and vegetables, despite the fact that it is said to offer many health benefits because of its high mineral content.
According to certified dietitian Miranda Galati of Canada, who spoke with USA Today, the algae “may have some health benefits in certain qualities,” however the assertions are not well supported by studies.
According to VeryWell Health, sea moss, or chondrus crispus, has been connected to better thyroid, immunological, and gastrointestinal health.
