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Soaked Irish Moss

Soaked Irish moss is a prepared sea moss (typically Chondrus crispus or related red seaweed) that is commonly used as a thickener or added to smoothies and desserts. It is a low-calorie sea vegetable that provides some minerals and soluble fiber-like polysaccharides.

Beneficial properties

source of iodine contains soluble fiber-like compounds low calorie mineral-containing culinary thickener

Nutritional highlights

Irish moss provides iodine and small amounts of minerals such as potassium, calcium, and magnesium, along with carrageenan-type polysaccharides.

Caution. May provide high iodine amounts, so excessive intake may be unsuitable for people with thyroid conditions or those advised to limit iodine.

Conditions it helps with

Thyroid Issues
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Thyroid Problems (Over & Under)
Includes: Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism
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