New Delhi, April 29 -- When Kim Kardashian posted about drinking a sea moss smoothie, it became quite a rage! Also known as Irish moss or red seaweed, sea moss is popular for the sea moss gel that comes out of it. From strengthening immunity to getting you glowing skin, sea moss comes with many health benefits.

Vegan and gluten-free, this algae seems to be a top-favourite when it comes to healthy eating. Sea moss, which is also used as a carrageenan, a substance used to thicken other foods, can also have serious side effects if not consumed in the right manner and quantity. Read on to know all about sea moss, its benefits and the right way to eat it.

What is sea moss?

Sea moss is a sea vegetable which is said to be full of minerals as ...