Sea Moss and Your Thyroid Health
Sea moss is more than a superfood; it's a natural source of iodine - a trace mineral that your body needs to make thyroid hormones.
Many people with thyroid problems, particularly those with thyroid deficiency (known as hypothyroidism), want to know how they can benefit from sea moss to meet their body's natural demand for iodine.
Let's dissect this in detail.
What is the Thyroid Gland?
There is a small butterfly-shaped gland in your neck called the thyroid gland. It has two lobes and weighs around 20-30 grams. The thyroid gland produces three main hormones that regulate body's metabolism, digestion, growth, development, heart rate, and temperature. These hormones are:
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Thyroxine (T4): the main hormone that converts into its active form, T3.
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Triiodothyronine (T3): the active hormone responsible for almost all functions of the thyroid gland.
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Calcitonin: regulates calcium and phosphate levels in the body.
Thyroid hormones are absolutely crucial for a baby’s growth as well as bone and brain development.
Why Iodine Matters in Thyroid Health?
Iodine is a thyroid hormone precursor. Without it your body cannot produce thyroid hormones. Even iodine is not naturally produced in your body. You need it from external sources, such as diet or supplementation. Its common sources are seafood (such as sea moss and shrimps), dairy products, grains and vegetables, and iodized salt.
You need 150 mcg of iodine every day. Without iodine, your thyroid gland cannot function properly and may lead to conditions such as:
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Hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid gland
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Goiter - enlarged thyroid gland
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Fatigue
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Weight gain
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Constipation
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Depression
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Poor tolerance to cold
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Slow heart rate
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Menstrual irregularities or infertility in women
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Decreased sperm count and infertility in men
Sea Moss - a Natural Source of Iodine
Sea moss, especially its wildcrafted variety, is a nautral source of iodine. Research shows it is one of the richest dietary sources of iodine. Therefore, adding small quantities of sea moss to your diet will do wonders for your thyroid health. You can take it:
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As dietary supplementation
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By adding flavors to your meal
If you consume sea moss every day, you should see improvement in your:
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Thyroid function
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Metabolism
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Natural healing
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Strength and vitality
However, remember that you only need to consume sea moss in moderation because you need just 150mcg of iodine every day. Overconsumption (>1100 mcg) is not recommended because it can lead to hyperthyroidism. Moderation is key.
Choose Herbal Vineyards as Your Trusted Source of Iodine-Rich Sea Moss Products
We have some of the finest forms of sea moss - all of which are wildcrafted and lab-tested. Our products are gentle and naturally revitalize and energize all organs, especially the thyroid gland, because of its rich iodine and mineral content. Start using it today and see improvement in your thyroid health. Order here.
References
Armstrong M, Asuka E, Fingeret A. Physiology, Thyroid Function. [Updated 2023 Mar 13]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK537039/
Office of Dietary Supplements - iodine. (n.d.). https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Iodine-Consumer/
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