Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDNMedically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDN Sea moss (Irish moss) is a type of red seaweed. In general, seaweeds are rich sources of proteins and minerals.

You probably don’t cook with it at home, but the odds are good that you’re eating carrageenan. Made from seaweed, carrageenan is used as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifying agent to keep the ...

New research links carrageenan, a popular food additive, to heightened inflammation and insulin resistance in overweight individuals, raising concerns over its widespread use in processed foods. Study ...

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