Products

Connemara Organic Seaweed Company Bladderwrack is a seaweed that is covered by water for half the tidal cycle. It is high in iodine, and can be used to stimulate the thyroid so is helpful incorporated as part of a healthy lifestyle. It is also high in vitamin A which is important, particularly for maintaining healthy vision and ensuring the normal function of your immune system. A comparison of extracts from Fucus vesiculosis has shown generally greater antioxidant activity, meaning it fights free radicals, in this seaweed, than in a number of commercially available supplements which would mean it to have anti -cancer /tumor properties. It is also the strongest glucose inhibitor making it a great choice for people with diabetes.

Connemara Organic Seaweed Company Non Bleached Carrageen Moss / Irish Sea Moss is also known, is hand harvested from the pristine Atlantic waters off the Connemara coast. It is dark red-brown in color but sunlight bleaches it to a white yellow color as it dries. ‘Carrageen’ is derived from the Irish word for a little rock, suiting this seaweed which grows in small tufts on the many rocks dotting the lower shore.

Connemara Organic Seaweed Company Sea Spaghetti is harvested in spring to autumn. It is found on the lower shore in the Atlantic and likes a semi exposed area. It is known for its mermaid type tresses that grow from its base. It has a lovely mild flavor, so it’s very versatile in cooking. When cooked it turns a lovely bright green and looks even more delicious. You can replace regular spaghetti with it for a lower GI option, and is also tasty in a tomato sauce. Add to salads or pickle it when its young. It is also great in stews or meat dishes.

Connemara Organic Seaweed Company Seaweed Seasoning is a combination of Sweet Kelp, Dillisk and Kombu Kelp. The process used to make the seasoning is called Milling. The Seaweed we use is sourced locally from off the Connemara coast. It is hand harvested, dried then milled, nothing added nothing taken away. It is 100% certified organic. Seaweed Seasoning enhances the flavor whilst delivering many important health benefits. As it is a lower sodium option it can be used as an alternative to salt and all food preparations.

Connemara Organic Seaweed Company Sun Bleached Carrageen Moss / Irish Sea Moss is hand harvested from the pristine Atlantic waters off the Connemara coast. It is dark red-brown in color but sunlight bleaches it to a white yellow color as it dries. ‘Carrageen’ is derived from the Irish word for a little rock, suiting this seaweed which grows in small tufts on the many rocks dotting the lower shore.

Connemara Organic Seaweed Company Irish Sea Moss & Bladderwrack Bio–active Blend is a premium and natural blend of anti-inflammatory omega 3 fatty acids, essential amino acids, vitamins A, B (B1, B2, B9, B12), C, D, E, K, essential minerals (calcium, iron, iodine, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium, and fucoidan) and also in dietary fibers. An adequate intake of these vital nutrients is important to maintain our health and avoid nutritional deficiencies which could lead to degenerative diseases, cardiovascular problems and cancer. It is an Sustainable product.

Connemara Organic Seaweed Company Dillisk or Palmaria palmata is a deep or a ferrous red seaweed found on the pristine shores of the North Atlantic. It is necessary to wait for a low tide to collect this amazing ‘sea vegetable’ from rock pools and shallow water, as it grows at the bottom of the shore. It’s flat, leathery textured fronds can be found attached to the rocks or to the stalks of a different type of seaweed, ‘oarweed’ which is a large brown kelp. It has doubtless been harvested for many a century, however the earliest record of Dilisk harvesting is 1400 years ago in the writings of St Columba and the monks of Iona.