Sea moss gained popularity on social networks after Kim Kardashian revealed that she used it as a supplement in some drinks that she included in her diet to lose weight.
Chondrus crispus, known as sea moss, is a type of seaweed or seagrass that grows in waters along the rocky shores of the Atlantic between North America and Europe.
It is an edible marine plant similar to other algae, it grows in different shades of green, yellow, purple, red, brown and black.
The nutritional value of sea moss, according to Healthline, 4 tablespoons or about 20 grams of raw sea moss contains: 10 calories, 0.5 grams of protein, 0 grams of total fat, 3 grams of total carbohydrates, 0.3 grams of fiber, 0 grams of sugar, 1 percent of the daily value for calcium; 10 percent of the daily value (DV) for iron, 7 percent of the daily value for magnesium, 2 percent of the daily value for phosphorus, 4 percent of the daily value for zinc, and 3 percent of the daily value for copper.
benefits of seaweed
According to the work published by this portal, there are numerous benefits of using sea moss, including supporting thyroid health, losing weight, improving intestinal health, and controlling blood sugar levels.
Being a sea herb with high levels of iodine helps the proper functioning of the thyroid.
Contributes to weight loss since sea herbs and microalgae are rich in fiber. Fiber provides a feeling of fullness and prevents the desire to overeat.
According to research consulted, algae contain a compound called fucoxanthin, which promotes fat metabolism in rats.
The fucoxanthin compound in the algae controls blood sugar levels, while an ecompound in algae called alginate prevented blood sugar spikes in pigs, according to research on the subject.
Scientific evidence on the effects of sea moss and weight loss is under study as researchers must determine the effects on humans.
It should be noted that the studies cited were conducted in test tubes or on animals, not humans.
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