Sea moss is a type of red algae. It’s also known as Irish sea moss and Irish moss — or Chondrus crispus, if you want to get formal about it. It’s harvested for its carrageenan, an ingredient used to thicken milk products like ice cream, but it’s also available raw and in supplement form — think […]

What Is Sea Moss (Irish Moss)? Sea moss, also known as Irish moss or red seaweed, is a type of seaweed that grows year-round in tidepools and inlets. It’s found along the coastlines of Europe, North America, and the British Isles. Sea moss is commonly harvested to extract carrageenan, a jelly-like substance often used by the food […]