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    Home » Sea Moss 101

    The 2 Main Different Types of Sea Moss

    Published on January 3, 2020. Last updated on February 27, 2022 by Gina Marie 30 Comments

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    Sea Moss vs Irish Moss; is there a difference? This guide takes a deeper look into the two main different types of sea moss and which one is beneficial to have in your curvy vegan diet!

    Irish Moss and Sea Moss in a glass bowl

    ⏱Reading Time:  14 minutes

    Well, I never thought I would see the day that sea moss become a trend but here we are! When I published my article How to Make Sea Moss Gel, I was simply sharing another recipe that I have been using for years.

    Because of the enormous amount of questions I get on a daily basis from that article alone, I feel it's important to share as much information as I possibly can.

    Since I don't sell sea moss, my opinions are not bias. Nor do I claim to be some type of "Sea Moss Expert." I'm simply trying to educate you so that you are fully informed to make the best choice!

    This article is long, so feel free to use the Table of Contents to jump to the section you want to look at. After each section, I added a "Back to Table of Contents" to make it easier for you to navigate.

    Table of Contents show
    What are the 2 Main Different Types of Sea Moss
    Genus Gracilaria (Sea Moss)
    Incorrect Botanical Name
    Dr. Sebi video on Sea Moss (Genus Gracilara)
    Where does Genus Gracilaria grow?
    How does it grow?
    What does Genus Gracilaria look like?
    Advantage(s) of Genus Gracilaria Sea Moss
    Disadvantage(s) of Genus Gracilaria Sea Moss
    Pool Farmed vs Ocean Farmed
    Where to buy Highly Quality Genus Gracilaria Sea Moss
    Chondrus Crispus (Irish Moss)
    The REAL Irish Moss
    Dr. Sebi Video on Sea Moss (Chondrus Crispus)
    Why is it called Irish Moss?
    Where does Chondrus Crispus Grow?
    How does it grow?
    What does Chondrus Crispus look like?
    Advantage(s) of Chondrus Crispus Sea Moss
    Disadvantage(s) of Chondrus Crispus Sea Moss
    92 Minerals out of 102 Minerals the Body Needs?
    Where to buy Highly Quality Chondrus Crispus
    What About Sea Moss Capsules, Flakes, and Powders?
    Sea Moss and Curve Building
    Which one should I Buy? Chondrus or Genus?
    More Sea Moss Articles You Will Love

    What are the 2 Main Different Types of Sea Moss

    top angle of Irish Moss and Sea Moss in a glass bowl

    Sea moss is an umbrella term used to describe different spices of seaweed (some say it's an algae). So it's not really a moss per se but that is the term it commonly goes by.

    There are more than 2 types of sea mosses; literally thousands of species in the ocean. However, there are two main ones that are currently popular today; Genus Gracilaria and Chondrus Crispus. Since those are the ones that are on the market, those are the ones I will focus on. As always if that changes this article will be updated.

    Kappaphycus alvarezii (aka Eucheuma Cottoni) is another one that is said to be popularly sold on the market today. Since it looks very similar to Genus Gracilaria (and prepared the same way) and I won't be focusing on it. You can see how it looks in this photo here.

    In my Sea Moss Gel Article, I briefly touched on these two species but let us go into deeper analysis here.

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    Genus Gracilaria (Sea Moss)

    Genus Gracilaria Sea Moss in a white bowl

    Incorrect Botanical Name

    So this is the most commonly recognized version of sea moss. However it often innocently mistaken as "Irish Moss" when in fact it doesn't grow near Ireland.

    I say innocently mistaken because it is not my belief that companies are purposely calling it Irish Moss to be deceptive. In my opinion, it truly is just a small technical error and miseducation of the botanical name for each species. I know of really reputable companies that call it Irish Moss when indeed it's Genus Gracilaria, but again it's just an honest mistake.

    The reason for the confusion is people in the warmer climates call the sea moss that grows there "Irish Moss."

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    Dr. Sebi video on Sea Moss (Genus Gracilara)

    Check out this video below where he uses the name "Chondrus Crispus" but holds up a piece of Genus.

    • At the 40 second mark, he said "Sea Moss is known scientifically, there we go again, Chondrus Crispus. Am I right?
    • At the 4:02 mark, he holds up (and is describing) a dried stringy thin like seaweed. He is holding up Genus Gracilaria sea moss, not Chondrus Crispus.

    So you see, these are both sea mosses but different species. This is why there is so much confusion and why people are misnaming this species as Chondrus Crispus or Irish Moss. It's an innocent mistake as I stated earlier, there are literally THOUSANDS of sea moss species and its very easy to misname.

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    Where does Genus Gracilaria grow?

    Genus Gracilaria grows in warmer waters most popular Jamaica and St. Lucia (it's not exclusive to these areas but these are the areas you often hear this species being sold from).

    In the video above you (jump to video), at the 4:35 mark, he said: "my brother owns boats and travel to the Caribbean, all the way to Colombia, Venezuela and he always sees Sea Moss on to of the ocean look like gold." He's describing what he was holding up which was a strain of Genus Gracilaria.

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    How does it grow?

    Genus Gracilaria can grow on both rocks and ropes. It's typically grown on ropes if ocean or pool farmed (more on that later).

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    What does Genus Gracilaria look like?

    Genus Gracilaria has a fingered relatively thin string like look to it. The color is typically a yellow golden color however this can vary. Below is a photo I took of my personal stash of Jamaican Sea Moss. As you can see, you can have a variety of red color strands in one bag. That's very normal as nature itself tends to vary. I have even seen some sea moss that is blue and purple.

    Graphic of gold and red Genus Gracilara sea moss

    Purple sea moss is another popular variety of sea moss you often see. It's called "Jamaican Purple Sea Moss" and again is often misinterpreted as Irish Moss. Remember Irish Moss is the Chondrus Crispus species and not Genus Gracilaria regardless of the color.

    Just because Genus Graciliara comes in the color purple doesn't make it Chondrus Crispus (Irish Moss). Both Genus Gracilaria and Chondrus Crispus can come in varying colors.

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    Advantage(s) of Genus Gracilaria Sea Moss

    The major advantage of using this species of sea moss besides its high nutrient content (Read Sea Moss Nutritional Benefits), is that it grows all year round. This means it's more readily available. Because of this, the cost of the purchase is not expensive.

    Since it's now trending (and will be soon thrown in the "superfood" category) now, there are some (not all) companies taking advantage of this and jacking up the prices which are heartbreaking to see. Genus Gracilaria shouldn't cost any more than around $30 bucks for ¼ pound on average (give or take). I have seen some companies sell raw sea moss for $30 for just 2 ounces! Insane!

    But to be fair looking at it from the other side, that could be due to the overwhelming demand which could be putting a strain on inventory. So in that sense, I do understand the need to raise prices. Hopefully, when the hype dies down there, there can be some type of middle ground that works for both business and consumer.

    As I repeat in all these articles, do your due diligence and use your best judgment. I listed places at the bottom of this section, where I have personally purchased it from which are the photos you see in this article. For me, they have both quality and reasonably priced Genus Gracilaria in this section.

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    Disadvantage(s) of Genus Gracilaria Sea Moss

    Because it's so easily accessible, some companies are selling what is commonly referred to as Farmed Pool Grown Sea Moss. Pool Grown sea moss isn't ideal because it's rushed to grow much like inorganically grown produce.

    In the video above, at the 3:12 mark (jump to video), Dr. Sebi said: "Sea moss doesn't grow where the sea stands still, it has to be in motion, and sea moss grows."

    So you won't get the same nutrients and benefits because it's not being grown with the rhythm of the sea. Also, you are subject to ingesting whatever a company decides to add to the pool to speed up production which can deplete the nutrients (much like unsustainable farming does with the soil on land to grow to produce).

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    Pool Farmed vs Ocean Farmed

    Now just because something is farm-raised DOES NOT make it harmful or devoid of nutrients. Pool Farmed sea moss is different than Ocean Farmed Sea Moss.

    Pool Grown Sea Moss grows on ropes in unnatural waters and will be devoid of nutrients. Ocean-Farmed Sea Moss grows on ropes as well, however, it grows in the natural sea and isn't tampered with until time of harvest. It can still retain a lot of nutrients. (Not as much as wildcrafted but way more than pool grown sea moss).

    We eat farm-raised vegetables all the time. Even in the Dr. Sebi community where there is a distinction between "hybrid produce and nonhybrid produce" it's still farmed produce. If you grow your own food (gardening), it's no longer "wild" as there was human intervention.

    Understand that farming becomes necessary because of the increasing demand for a product (when it becomes commercialized) This can help prevent depleting natural resources from the sea which disrupts the ecosystem. Yes, wild plants will ALWAYS be superior; same as wildcrafted sea moss, it is superior. But if grown in clean waters, it can still retain A LOT of nutrients.

    It is very likely that some of Genus Gracilaria labeled "Wild Crafted" is really farm-raised but done so sustainably and ethically in clean natural ocean water; NOT POOLS. In my opinion, that makes it a decent option.

    However as I always say, DO YOUR OWN DUE DILIGENCE and decide for yourself which is best for you. I'm not saying you should or should not buy pool grown, ocean-farmed, or wildcrafted sea moss. I'm simply giving you information. You decide what to do with it.

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    Where to buy Highly Quality Genus Gracilaria Sea Moss

    This is not a complete list. Just because I don't list a company doesn't mean they are not high quality. These are just the ones I have personally tried so far that I find reasonably priced and of high quality.

    NONE OF THESE COMPANIES sponsor Vegan With Curves. I have spent my own money and time trying different companies and these are the ones I like so far. The list is subject to change if indeed I find ill practices and/or I test more companies.

    • Goddess Nectars (Darryl Ruffin trusted friend sales 16- 84-ounce jars of sea moss gel and other sea moss products; the wildcrafted Genus Gracilaria variety. He also sales whole Genus Gracilara species)
    • Vital Vegan (wildcrafted Jamaican Sea Moss Genus Gracilaria species)
    • Akeem Pierre (wildcrafted St. Lucia Sea Moss Genus Gracilaria species)
    • Sea Moss Collection (Monique sells the Kappaphycus Alvarezii aka old school name is Euchema Cottoni and it has a awesome creamy white texture when transferred into a gel. It also has more carrageen than Gracilaria so it yields a thicker gel!)

    Because the demand is so high it is possible for these companies to be sold out. I urge you to practice self-discipline and to NOT over-consume. Just buy what you need and give everyone a chance to enjoy the benefits. Sea moss is potent so there is no need to over-consume if you are living an overall healthy lifestyle.

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    Chondrus Crispus (Irish Moss)

    Chondrus Crispus Irish Moss in a white bowl

    The REAL Irish Moss

    This what I like to call, "the Royles Royce of Sea Moss." lol Please don't take that literal. I only call it this because this is the sea moss that Dr. Sebi is referring to when he mentions the "scientific backing; Chondrus Crispus aka Irish Moss or Irish Sea Moss.

    Here are few studies I found on Chondrus Crispus:

    • Components of the Cultivated Red Seaweed Chondrus Crispus
    • Science Direct: Chondrus Crispus
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    Dr. Sebi Video on Sea Moss (Chondrus Crispus)

    Check out this video below where again he talks about the scientific name of “Chondrus Crispus.”

    • At the 1:07 second mark, he said: “Sea Moss scientifically, is known as Chondrus Crispus." He goes on to name all the benefits it has.
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    Why is it called Irish Moss?

    It's called Irish Moss for the following reasons mainly because it was one of the seaweeds consumed during the Irish Potato Famine in the 1800s. (Read Eat Your Seaweed from the Irish Times). Also, it grows on the coast of Ireland.

    Isn't it amazing that a food that was once only consumed because of famine and considered "survival food" is now seen as a superfood powerhouse? Amazing huh.

    Goes to show you that nature (not supermarkets) has the best food abundant for us even if we have no currency. We just have to know what we are looking at. Okay enough with my "Ted Talk", let's continue.

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    Where does Chondrus Crispus Grow?

    As mentioned above it grows around the coast of Ireland but also Great Britain, Maine, Canada, and other places where there are cooler waters.

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    How does it grow?

    From my current knowledge, Irish Moss only grows on rocks. It can't grow on ropes which is why it's not often farmed and why supply can be limited.

    In the video above, in the Genus Gracilara section, at mark 0:45 (jump to video), Dr. said: "It locks onto a rock, onto a rock, and from that rock, it receives its nutrients.

    Both species grow on rocks however Genus Gracilara can grow on ropes too. Chondrus Crispus ONLY grows on rocks (from my current knowledge).

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    What does Chondrus Crispus look like?

    Chondrus Crispus has flat fan-like wide shape tops that look like leaves or flowers to me at least. The color is typically dark purple however this can vary. Below is a photo I took of my personal stash of Irish Sea Moss.

    As you can see, you can have a variety of light purple and even green color "leafs" in one bag. Again nature varies. Here on Marine Species, you can see a snapshot of the variety of the different colors of Chondrus Crispus.

    graphic of purple Chondrus Crispus Irish Moss in a white bowl with a spec of green moss

    This is worth repeating. What is sold as Jamaican Purple Sea moss is not Chondrus Crispus. (It's just Purple Genus Gracilara). People mistake that because typically Chondrus is purple. But in viewing the snapshot in the link I provided above, you can see it can vary of color.

    Remember color DOES NOT denote a species. Biological make up does. The form of Irish Moss in the photo I took above is Irish Moss whether it's golden yellow, purple, or green.

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    Advantage(s) of Chondrus Crispus Sea Moss

    Irish Moss has it's advantages in rarity (ironically the opposite advantage of Genus Gracilara). Because it's not available all year round (only harvested during the Summertime) and only grows on rocks, (Genus Gracilara can be grown on ropes), it isn't really duplicated. So as of today, there is really not to much worry about getting "fake " or "pool grown" Chondrus Crispus.

    Disadvantage(s) of Chondrus Crispus Sea Moss

    Because it's rare, it's hard to acquire and limits on how much you can get. People usually get just get enough during harvest season and use it all year long until next season. (It's potent stuff so you don't need a lot anyway).

    Because of its rarity, it's much more expensive. A half a pound can cost you up to $50 easy. But again that's A LOT of Chondrus Crispus and that much alone should last you for at least 6 months if not more. (Assuming you are NOT over-consuming it.)

    Also, Irish Moss has a stronger smell than Genus Gracilaria. Genus smells too but is mild in comparison to Irish Moss which might turn some people off.

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    92 Minerals out of 102 Minerals the Body Needs?

    Everyone states that Chondrus Crispus has "92 minerals out of the 102 minerals the body needs." Yes, this seaweed has a lot of vitamins and minerals, but does it have exactly 92? And is the body made up of 102 minerals?

    Related: Sea Moss Nutritional Benefits

    I found this 102 Mineral Photo on Pinterest and it made me ask myself this question:

    • Do I want all those minerals in my body?

    From my understanding the body only needs 16 to 22 minerals give or take. They call these Essential Minerals.

    Now I could be wrong as I'm always open to knowledge, but it's also important to question stuff vs regurgitating something. Just because it is repeated a dozen hundred times does not make it true.

    I realize that on a metaphysical level, one could argue that everything that exists outside of us exists within us and I do agree with that statement. However, on a physical level, I'm not sure if I want to ingest anything that has heavy mineral metals like Mercury, Aluminum, and Flouride. These are all things in the health community we are told to lessen in our bodies and to stay away from.

    So yes, Irish Moss has A LOT of minerals and maybe they contain all the ESSENTIAL MINERALS the body needs (same goes for Genus Gracilara). But I would have to do more research before I make the claim that it has "92 minerals out of the 102 minerals the body needs."

    I'm not saying that statement isn't true. I'm simply just asking questions as any thinking human being should do. So you already know what I'm about to say right? Due Diligence and all that jazz. Make sure YOU DO IT! lol

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    Where to buy Highly Quality Chondrus Crispus

    Not many places have this type as it's very expensive to harvest and it's limited to how much you can get (the whole leaf is not available all year round). But below are the companies I have used to obtain it and when available. I buy only ONE ORDER and then I'm pretty much done for the rest of the year.

    AGAIN, NONE OF THESE COMPANIES sponsor Vegan With Curves. I have spent my own money (with the exception of one company who sent me a free sample of their product) and time trying different companies and these are the ones I like so far. The list is subject to change if indeed I find ill practices and/or I test more companies.

    • Mike Sean of Alka-holics (this is my main! The ultimate PLUG for Chondrus Crispus! All the pictures you see in this article are from his product. He only takes order via Facebook Messenger or email as supplies are limited (in pounds) and he prefers to do business with people who are serious. He also sells gels already made ONLY in Chondrus Crispus format)
    • Atlantic Holdfast Seaweed Company (they have the Chondrus Crispus variety but they sell out REALLY fast. Send them an email to be notified when they are back in stock)
    • Alkaline Jungle (I have ordered from here too and the quality is good! He sells they have Chondrus Crispus variety when in stock (in ounces not pounds) and also sells it in gel format. You can order straight from the website until stock runs out.)
    • Gulf of Maine, Inc (I was contacted by the lovely owner Timothy F. Sheehan and sent a sample of his Chondrus Cripus along with bladderwrack and hard to find dulse seaweed! It was very potent! I decided to add it to my list because it's good quality and another option to obtain this species! Along with other seaweeds!)
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    What About Sea Moss Capsules, Flakes, and Powders?

    Whew, that was a lot. Hang on here we are almost done! I want to touch on pills flakes and powders because you see a lot of it in the market.

    Generally speaking, I tend to say stay away from those things because these products are usually cooked to death in an oven, killing the nutritional benefit. However, the exception to this would be:

    • If the company naturally dehydrates it and use that dehydrated version to create their pills, capsules, and/or flakes.

    When you get sea moss, you're not getting it in its hydrated form. You are getting it dehydrated (typically sun dehydrated which is natural.)

    So if the powders, powdered capsules, or flakes come from sun hydrated (or a dehydrator that mimics the sun not heating anything over 118 degrees F), I see no problem in consuming it that way.

    Sea Moss and Curve Building

    When building curves, you need to lift weights and while macronutrients like protein, carbohydrates, and fats are crucial, so are micronutrients like minerals and vitamins.

    Related: 7 Tips to on How to Build Curves on a Vegan Diet

    In the video above, in the Chondrus Crispus section, at mark 0:45 (jump to video), Dr. said: "It's supposed to have, potassium iodide, potassium phosphate, a large percentage of calcium and magnesium."

    Potassium is an electrolyte found in the cells of your muscle and the right amount of potassium can help reduce muscle cramps. Both Calcium and Magnesium work to help keep your bones in good shape which is needed for proper joint health. (You can't lift weights without healthy joints).

    So yes curvy vegans you can benefit from using sea moss too!

    Which one should I Buy? Chondrus or Genus?

    graphic of two different types of sea moss; purple Irish Moss and Gold Sea Moss

    I feel whichever one you have access to will be great to consume. I personally consume both, more so the Genus Gracilaria simply because it's most readily available.

    The most important thing is to try it and see how it makes YOU FEEL. No ONE (including me), no matter how many studies done, can tell you how something benefited you. Only you can know what works for you.

    Overall I hope this article gave you a better understanding of the different types of sea moss. If you have any questions and concerns, feel free to leave them in the comment section.

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    More Sea Moss Articles You Will Love

    • How to Make Sea Moss Gel (Genus Gracilaria)
    • How to Make Irish Moss Gel (Chondrus Crispus)

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    1. elisabetta fumagalli

      February 07, 2022 at 9:22 pm

      hi. is there a nutritional difference or nutrient availability according to the method used to prepare the gel? thank you

      Reply
      • Laura

        February 26, 2023 at 9:49 am

        Thank you so much for this article. I've been purchasing IRISH MOSS (it's labeled chondrus crispus) but it looks yellowish/tan). So I felt like they mislabeled it - I contacted the company asking for clarification about where it's harvested and the color difference, thinking it was supposed to be purple. Now my question is if they dehydrate the powder with high heat or other methods that don't destroy the nutrients.
        Really appreciate the time you put into the article and how detailed your were on each point.

        Reply
        • Gina Marie

          March 08, 2023 at 11:36 am

          You are very welcome!

    2. Mark G. from Boston, MA

      January 01, 2022 at 7:56 am

      Hi Gina Marie,
      I wanted to thank you for your thorough, detailed articles on your site, your videos on how to make the gels, and your recommendations on vendors for authentic products.
      To paraphrase another commenter here, your site is one of the most helpful and genuine on this subject, with no hidden agendas. I think your story is awesome, too! Bravo 👏😁
      Thank you so much for your help -- and Happy Healthy New Year!

      Reply
      • Crystal

        March 06, 2022 at 6:26 am

        5 stars
        Great content really informative thank you.

        Reply
        • Rockey

          July 23, 2022 at 1:03 pm

          Grateful for this article. Thank You

    3. Kera

      December 26, 2021 at 12:55 pm

      Hello! I’m so glad I found this article. So helpful in explaining the differences and what to look for. I’m concerned because I recently picked up a tub of “powdered”Irish sea moss at my local health food store (the brand is Bare Organics). I tried making it into a gel on my own (thinking it would be more cost efficient) and it tastes horribly salty. The powder is also white and I’m realizing after reading this that since it is chondrus crispus it should be darker if it’s authentic right? Perhaps I should toss it and start over. Would love to hear your thoughts!

      Reply
      • Gina Marie

        January 06, 2022 at 12:04 pm

        Hi Kera! Powders are not made to be turned into gel. They are good for adding to smoothies or mixing with water. You need raw sea moss to make that into a gel or to buy it in a gel format. I personally stay away from powders unless it's through a trusted vendor (like the ones I listed above in the article) because you just do not know what you are getting when buying from these companies who just want to capitalize off the sea moss trend. From what you are describing, that is definitely not chondrus crispus. It could possibly be gracilaria but again, you cannot turn powder into gel. You need raw sea moss to do that. I hope that helps!

        Reply
    4. Rose

      May 03, 2021 at 7:28 pm

      Check out thealphanist.org...they copied and pasted parts of your article. I just left them a comment too. Good stuff.

      Reply
      • Gina Marie

        May 03, 2021 at 10:04 pm

        thank you for making me aware!

        Reply
    5. April

      April 26, 2021 at 9:13 am

      5 stars
      You're so right. My parents are Jamaican and they said that they know it's not Irish Moss, that's just how they refer to it in Jamaica lol. Thank you for taking the time to educate!

      Reply
    6. Laila A

      April 14, 2021 at 3:47 pm

      Thank you for taking the time and research you put into this article. This was very informative and I learned a lot. I’m definitely going to checkout your recommendations. I also liked watching the recipe videos that popped up while I was reading.... definitely pinned them to my Pinterest 😉

      Reply
    7. Mo

      February 24, 2021 at 8:40 am

      5 stars
      Gina, I wanted to THANK YOU again! I ended up purchasing Genus Gracilaria and Chondrus Crispus from two of the sellers you recommended and WOW what a difference they are from what I purchased off of Amazon. I have found my two new suppliers and I appreciate you for directing your readers to them. 🤗

      Reply
      • Gina Marie

        February 25, 2021 at 8:50 pm

        So glad it was helpful!!! That is why I wrote the article. To provide people with REAL and accurate information and high quality!

        Reply
      • Wesley Garrett

        December 12, 2022 at 6:09 pm

        So who are you ordering from?

        Reply
        • Gina Marie

          December 19, 2022 at 4:05 pm

          I list sources in the post

    8. Mo

      February 10, 2021 at 4:29 pm

      5 stars
      Gina, THANK YOU for this article and sharing what you've learned! I wish I had found it earlier, sigh. Easy to read, non-bias, informative content.

      Reply
      • Gina Marie

        February 10, 2021 at 7:43 pm

        You are so very welcome!!!!

        Reply
    9. 92mnrls

      December 10, 2020 at 2:04 pm

      Great article! Thanks for educating people on this amazing underrated superfood!

      Reply
    10. Dume

      September 22, 2020 at 1:39 am

      5 stars
      Thank you for this beautifully written article about sea moss. This is the best article I've come across. I love how you break down everything bit by bit. I've been taking sea moss for the past year and its helped me with my skin and gut health, I get my sea moss from Herbal Vineayards. They have legit organic sea moss and fast shipping times. I truly think everyone should continue to dot heri research to see if sea moss is best for them. I love sea moss!!!

      Reply
      • Gina Marie

        October 05, 2020 at 8:12 pm

        You are so welcome!!

        Reply
    11. Greg

      September 10, 2020 at 1:17 pm

      This was a great and well written article. I have been taking Sea Moss for two years now and I have been very pleased with how it has helped my body. I get my from Vital Vegan (no plug intended) and their product is very good. I would recommend Sea Moss to anyone with the caveats you spoke of in your article. Do your research

      Reply
    12. Good LIght

      August 23, 2020 at 10:59 am

      5 stars
      The most balanced article on sea moss/Irish moss that I have come across. Thank you for your diligence and for encouraging others to practice theirs as well. Question everything, and make informed, inspired, instinctive decisions. Well done! This was a helpful and joyful read, rather than another sales pitch. And selling is fine, just know what you are selling 🙂

      Reply
      • Gina Marie

        August 23, 2020 at 7:21 pm

        Thank you! I tried my best to give the most accurate information as possible. My goal is to help people become more inform and encourage others to do their own research. 😁

        Reply
    13. Mary

      August 02, 2020 at 5:59 pm

      We (CatoctinEssentials) sell Maine Coast Irish Sea Moss. We get it directly from the harvesters in Maine (VitaminSea if you want to order directly from a harvester...look for their video on Youtube!!). Thank you for the accurate information. So many people don't know that there is a difference. Also to note, yes, some people are also "rope growing" Maine/Chondrus Crispus, unfortunately. We don't believe in that as it will not have the same nutrients as being raised in its natural environment.

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    14. Lewis

      June 04, 2020 at 12:19 am

      Does the Genus Gracilaria have the same amount of vitamins and minerals as the Chondrus Crispus? Correct me if I’m wrong but it seems like the chondrus crispus has more nutrients?

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      • Gina Marie

        June 04, 2020 at 2:55 am

        According to the studies I've read, they both contain a lot of nutrients. Chondrus Crispus has a slight edge but they both contain a high amount of nutrients. I'm sure now that it's trending, more studies on this both varieties will come out.

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    15. Jonathan

      May 28, 2020 at 3:44 pm

      Ive been looking to buy legit sea moss and I dont know if I can trust the amazon vendors. Where can I buy actual wild grown sea moss? I live in the US in Pennsylvania.

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      • Gina Marie

        May 29, 2020 at 2:31 pm

        I listed legit resources in the article. You can use the Table of Contents to go directly to that section. I wouldn't trust Amazon vendors just yet.

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      • Mary

        August 02, 2020 at 6:09 pm

        We sell Maine Coast Irish Sea Moss (Chondrus Crispus) and obtain our sea moss directly from the harvester. (VitaminSea...watch their video on how they harvest on Youtube!!) Also look up Larch Hanson...He has been harvesting Maine Coast sea vegetables for over 45 years!! Unfortunately some people do "rope grow" that as well. We do not believe in that method is it does not receive the same nutrients as being in its natural environment (on the rocks). Great article. Some people really don't know that there is a difference in sea moss. (Gracilaria vs Chondrus Crispus)

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