English: Sea Moss / Irish Moss
Latin: Chondrus crispus
Ayurvedic (parallel): Mineral-rich demulcents like Ikṣvākū adjuncts
Benefits: Mineral-rich, cooling, mucilaginous, nutritive.
Healing Uses: Thyroid imbalance, gastritis, mucosal dryness, convalescence.
Doshic Effects: Vata ↓, Pitta ↓, Kapha ↑.
Preparation: Soak and blend into gel; add to teas, soups, smoothies.
Flavor (Rasa): Bland, slightly salty.
Post-digestive (Vipāka): Sweet.
Notes: May aggravate Kapha with excess use.