General Dosage
1-2 tablespoons gel (about 4-8g) or 1-2g powder daily
Maximum dose: 4 tablespoons gel or 4g powder daily (higher doses risk excessive iodine intake)
Sea Moss Dosage Guide
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 1-2 tablespoons gel (about 4-8g) or 1-2g powder daily
Timing: Can be taken any time of day; commonly added to morning smoothies or meals • Take with food for best absorption.
Dosage by Condition
General mineral supplementation
1-2 tablespoons gel or 1-2g powder dailyEmerging
Thyroid support (iodine)
1 tablespoon gel daily (provides ~50-100mcg iodine)Emerging
Gut health / prebiotic
1-2 tablespoons gel dailyPreliminary
Skin health
1-2g powder daily or topical gel applicationPreliminary
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| General mineral supplementation | 1-2 tablespoons gel or 1-2g powder daily | Emerging |
| Thyroid support (iodine) | 1 tablespoon gel daily (provides ~50-100mcg iodine) | Emerging |
| Gut health / prebiotic | 1-2 tablespoons gel daily | Preliminary |
| Skin health | 1-2g powder daily or topical gel application | Preliminary |
Upper limit: 4 tablespoons gel or 4g powder daily (higher doses risk excessive iodine intake)
Timing & Absorption
Can be taken any time of day; commonly added to morning smoothies or meals
Best taken with food for optimal absorption.
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