Picture of Irish Moss, an ingredient in Alveo.

• IRISH MOSS (Irish môs)

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Chondrus Crispus

AKA: Carragheen, Carrageenan, Carrageen Moss, Pearl Moss

ORIGIN: Shores of Europe

CIRCA: 1831 A.D.

TYPE OF PLANT: Seaweed

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Protein, Iodine, Polysaccharides, Bromine, Carrageenans, Beta Carotene,  Vitamin B1

 

 

 

ABOUT: Harvested from the waters of the European Coast, Irish Moss is actually a seaweed. Rich in Proteins, Iodine and other substances, many herbalists also consider it an excellent nutritive Tonic, and traditionally it has been prescribed for Ulcers, Dysentery, and other Gastrointestinal Disorders. Contemporary herbalists consider it a valuable Soothing Agent for Dry Coughs, Bronchitis, Tuberculosis and other Upper Reparatory Tract Ailments. It is also thought to help in the treatment and alleviation of Peptic and Duodenal Ulcers. Irish Moss is considered to have Anti-Inflammatory, Immunosuppressive, Blood-Pressure Lowering and other potentially beneficial properties. Irish Moss is also thought to have healing properties beneficial in treating Ulcers and other problems relating to the Digestive System.

BENEFITS:

  • Bronchitis
  • Central Nervous System
  • Colitis
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Digestive Problems
  • Respiratory Congestion
  • Ulcers