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March 31, 2020

3 Natural Herbs To Help Prevent Corona Virus

Post By caribbeanrawherbs Uncategorized

It’s no secret that COVID-19 or the Corona Virus has been sweeping through the nation at a rapid pace. According to the John Hopkins corona virus map here, the numbers of confirmed cases are going up daily. There are few things we know for sure but what we do know is that its easier for the Corona virus to attack is cause critical damage to those weaker immune systems. As with anything the greatest offense is defense. Here are 3 different natural herbs to help prevent corona virus.

Sea Moss

Buy Gold Sea Moss

If you are familiar with natural herbs then I’m sure you’ve heard of sea moss. If you havent heard of sea moss dont feel bad its time to learn. Sea moss is a kind of sea weed. Sea moss is a tough seaweed that grows on rocks along the northern Atlantic. Because it grows on rocks it nauturally absorbs mineral as well as other key nutrients as they get bigger.

How to use sea moss. Sea moss is commonly used to make sea moss gel. You can learn how to make sea moss gel here.

Sea moss is a great herb to boost your immune system from the corona virus because it is know to prevent as well as relieve flu like symptoms. This makes it perfect for year round immunity building and preventative measures. Sea moss is commonly used to aid those that are sick during the cold and flu seasons. Sea Moss is also a source of potassium floride which has anti-inflammatory as well as expectorant properties.

If you want to buy some sea moss you can find it here!

Elderberry

elderberries
elderberries

The berries and flowers of elderberry are full of vitamins and antioxidants that can help fight the corona virus by boosting your immune system. Some other know properties of the elderberry are its ability to tame inflamation, reduce stress, as well as helping to protect your heart. Elderberry comes in many different forms such as raw berries or syrups.

Elderberry stimulates the immune system so it should not be taken with steroids or any medication that is intended to supress the immune system. People that have been prescribed medication that is immunosuppressive should not take elderberry.

If you are otherwise healthy it may help your immune system to fight the corona virus.

You can find Elderberry here!

Burdock Root

burdoc root capsules

Burdock root is another natural herb can help prevent the corona virus by helping to strengthen your immune system against Covid-19.

The reasoning for this is that burdock root contains a combination of minerals, vitamins as well as antioxidants that are shown to improve health. Burdock root contains vitamin C which is shown to boost immune system.

Research has also shown that burdock root also has some antibacterial properties which can help to fight infection.

Burdock root commonly comes in capsules.

You can pick up some burdock root here!

A few other things you can do to stay protected is wash your hand frequently, and frequently disinfect commonly touched items such as door knobs, light switches, and steering wheels.

What are you doing to stay safe during this corona pandemic? Let us know in the comment section below.

sea moss smoothie
May 27, 2019

3 Ways To Get Your Kids To Eat Sea Moss

Post By caribbeanrawherbs How To's, Recipes

I’m writing this post for those of you with kids like mine… you know picky eaters. When we first started using sea moss regularly, my kids were understandably turned off by the raw smell of sea moss. After that first smell, they were not interested in anything sea moss related. So I did what parents do, I got creative and in this post, I’m going to tell you how I got my kids to eat it with no problems. Before we begin all these ways involve using sea moss gel, you can learn how to make your own batch of sea moss gel here.

Sea Moss Smoothies

Smoothies are a great healthy way to mask the taste of sea moss. You can’t go wrong with most berries. I prefer to use fresh fruit over frozen. Now if you are on a strict Dr. Sebi diet you can create your smoothies from the approved fruits on this list. That being said if you’re not bound to that list there are literally endless ideas.

Here is the recipe to my Watermelon Passion sea moss smoothie!

sea moss smoothie

In a blender combine:

  • 3/4 cup of sliced watermelon
  • 1/4 cup of strawberries
  • 1 mango
  • 1/4 cup of Almond Milk
  • Table Spoon of Sea Moss
  • Drizzle of honey

Cornbread

If your a Sebi list enthusiast don’t judge me, but an easy way really hide the taste is cornbread. Yep! Regular old jiffy because my kids love it. Follow the recipe on the box and add about tablespoon of sea moss and bake as normal. I’m not sure if it’s in my head or not but it actually taste better with the sea moss. My kids will eat every sea moss filled bite with no complaints. This is even effective in getting my toddler to eat sea moss.

Oatmeal

Another clever way to hide sea moss from your kids is oatmeal. This works especially well with toddlers. For this, I simply make the oatmeal like normal and then I add just a teaspoon of sea moss into the bowl. He never even questions it.

I hope these ways to help mask the taste of sea moss help you on your journey to health. If you want to buy sea moss you get some here. Do you have some recipes or clever ways to get your serving of sea moss? Let me know in the comments section how you like to take your sea moss!

sea moss gel
April 30, 2019

How To Make Sea Moss Gel The Easy Way

Post By caribbeanrawherbs How To's

I get emails frequently asking me how to make sea moss gel, or whats the easiest way to make it. Luckily the process is pretty easy and can be done by anyone with a few items that you probably have around your house. In this post you are going to learn everything you need to know to make your own batch for friends and family.

What you need to make sea moss gel

To make sea moss gel you need the following:

  • Raw Sea Moss
  • Large Glass Bowl
  • 1 Gallon of Spring Water
  • 1 Lime cut in half (optional)
  • A Blender
  • Mason Jars with air tight lids

What is Sea Moss

Sea moss/ Irish Moss or Chrondus crispus, while not a true moss , is a species of red algae that commonly grows around the rocky parts of North America and the Atlantic coast of europe.

It is rich is vitamins and minerals. The moss is filled with nutrient that are super important to the human body such as:

  • iodine
  • sulfur
  • calcium
  • bromine
  • magnesium
  • zinc
  • protien
  • Selenium
  • beta carotene
  • vitamin c
  • phoshorus

just to name a few. You can read about additional benefits here.

How to clean sea moss

When you first receive your sea moss, you are going to notice a few things. The first is since its usually straight from the sea so more than likely you will get a whiff of a very aquatic smell. Upon visual inspection, you may notice that you can see actual salt, sand, and maybe evens some seashells on nestled in there. Since we are going to consume this, its mandatory that we clean it.

Now personally I like to place my glass bowl in the kitchen sink with the raw sea moss inside then run tap water over it as I massage all the debris off all the strands of sea moss. You will feel the grit on your hands as you do this. I do this for about 4-5 minutes occasionally dumping the bowl until it no longer feels dirty and the texture feels smooth and clean. The smell should be much less by now.

how to make sea moss

Preparing your moss

At this point you will probably see quite a bit of debris in your glass bowl so wash it off and put the sea moss back in. Now take your spring water and pour in enough to completely submerge it. Now cut your lime in half and put both halves in on each side of the bowl. The lime helps to neutralize some of the natural sea smell. Now its time to let it soak. Find a cool dark place to let the it soak for 24 hours.


Soaking your sea moss

soaking irish moss

Soaking it causes it to lightly expand so the next day you should notice a difference in size. 24 hours later the sea moss will also be noticeably softer to the touch this is what you want. Now its time to dump out the water and get your blender ready.

blending it up

Blending up your gel

Now its time to mix up your gel. I find 2 cups of spring water per 1 cup of raw sea moss gives a great consistency but it really comes down to preference. The preferred consistency will be similar to apple sauce. You can use more or less water depending on how thick you like it. Blend for 2 minutes if its too thick for you add a little bit of water and blend for another minute until you are satisfied.

sea moss gel

Now pour your gel into your air tight mason jar and refrigerate. You might be wondering how long does the gel last? If refrigerated it should be good for up to 3 weeks although we personally go through a jar in a week with a family of 2 with 1 serving per day.

How does it taste?

Another common question people ask is how does it taste. To be honest, to me it doesn’t really taste like anything but it does have a faint smell that is not the most appetizing. I do find its very easy to mask this by simply mixing it with your meals or smoothies. When consumed with other foods i rarely notice it.

How long does sea moss gel last?

As with anything you want to keep an eye out for signs of it going bad. Generally speaking, if kept refrigerated in a mason jar sea moss gel should be good up to three weeks however if you are consuming it daily it should not last that long especially if you are sharing with other family members.

Now you know how to make sea moss gel like a pro so you can start adding it all your favorite recipes. If you want to buy sea moss you can find some here.

10 Important Benefits of Sea Moss
April 20, 2019

10 Important Benefits of Sea Moss

Post By caribbeanrawherbs Benefits

10 Important Benefits of Sea Moss

10 Important Benefits of Sea Moss

When it comes to marine superfoods, the benefits of Sea Moss surpass almost every other algae in the water. They include healthy mucus membrane support, weight loss, digestive health, thyroid support, mental health and fertility. In this post we will discuss 10 important benefits of sea moss.

1. RID THE BODY OF MUCUS
According to Dr. Sebi mucus is the cause of most illness. In addition to its heavy mineral count, Sea Moss is full of Potassium Chloride, Omega-3 fatty acids and Chlorophyll, the main nutrients responsible for dissolving and getting rid of inflammation or mucus in the respiratory and lymphatic system . This is what makes Sea Moss a natural decongestant. Even better, Sea Moss contains both anti-viral and antimicrobial compounds that help the body fight off infection and boost the immune system. It’s a must have for anyone with frequent allergies, or experiencing cold or flu like symptoms.

2. THYROID SUPPORT
Most women are diagnosed with Thyroid issues in their pubescent years. Since the Thyroid is mainly responsible for regulating hormones, an imbalance can lead to menstural issues, fertility issues, and/or fibroids. These type of Thyroid disorders are generally caused by a lack of iodine and/or selenium. This is where Irish Moss elevates itself. It is packed with more iodine and selenium than any other food on the planet. In the Caribbean, Irish Moss is part of the local diet, it explains why significantly less women are diagnosed with Thyroid Disorders.

3. DIGESTIVE HEALTH
Because of the soothing effects of Sea Moss on the mucous membranes in the body, it works as an amazing digestive aid. This is mainly due to its nature to coat the stomach and helps to heal the body of ulcers. In addition, it helps to alleviate acid reflux by providing probiotics for improved gut health. Sea Moss is also packed with fiber that regulates bowel movement and alleviates gas.

4. FERTILITY
In the Caribbean, Irish Moss is most commonly used as a natural aphrodisiac for men. Because of the it’s high amount of zinc content makes it ideal for boosting testosterone and male performance. In addition, it helps to increase sperm count and motility.

5. MOOD ENHANCEMENT
Sea Moss Benefits would not be so wide spread if it wasn’t for its high essential mineral content. Potassium helps our body maintain healthy mental and emotional function. A lack of it leads to anxiety, irritability, and depression. Because Potassium can’t be stored, we need an adequate supply from our food. Irish Moss packs more potassium than two bananas. This makes it the premier food to boost mental health and uplift mood.

6. WEIGHT LOSS
Sea Moss’s iodine content helps to boost metabolism and increase energy. In addition, its ability to absorb moisture and increase bulk creates the feeling of fullness, that helps to decrease appetite. The gentle laxative effect of Sea Moss, also helps to process waste through the body faster, and accelerate weight loss.

7. PACKED WITH ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS
Our bodies are made up of 102 essential minerals. Sea Moss contains 92 of them which is pretty darn amazing in itself. In addition, it is packed with protein, beta-carotene, B-Vitamins, Pectin, Taurine ( an amino acid usually lacking in vegan or vegetarian diets) and Vitamin C–all essential nutrients that promote healthy body functions.

8. ANEMIA RELIEF
A lack of oxygen in the blood results in lower hemoglobin levels and decreased red blood cell count. This condition is usually diagnosed as anemia. Sea Moss, which is rich iron helps to maintain a healthy red blood cell count, and fight this condition.

9. IMPROVED JOINT HEALTH
Sea Moss’s anti-inflammatory properties help to decrease swelling in and around the joints. In addition, it soothes the soft tissue and promotes motility. The sea moss is a go-to for anyone suffering from Arthritis, joint pain or even athletes desiring to speed recovery after intense workouts.

10. SPEED RECOVERY AFTER SURGERY
New research has demonstrated Irish Moss‘ ability to strengthen connective tissue, and decrease recovery time associated with invasive procedures. Its rich nutrient profile supplies all the essentials for rebuilding and strengthening the body and overall speeding up the recovery process.

You can find Irish / Sea Moss here