Sea Moss in Zeotein: Why We Source It from St. Lucia
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What Is Sea Moss?
Sea moss is a type of red algae that grows in marine environments and has been traditionally used in Caribbean cultures.
Sea moss is used as an ingredient in a variety of food and nutrition products.
For consumers, the most useful place to start is the ingredient label. The name of the ingredient, its source, and how it is used in the overall formula can provide helpful context when comparing products.
Why Does the Source of Sea Moss Matter?
The source of an ingredient can be an important part of understanding a product's formulation.
Zeotein sources its sea moss from St. Lucia.
The Zeotein sea moss ingredient is a blend of:
- 75% Gold Sea Moss
- 25% Purple Sea Moss
This blend is part of the Zeotein formula alongside the other listed ingredients.
When evaluating a sea moss ingredient, consumers can look at factors such as:
- Where the ingredient is sourced
- What type of sea moss is used
- How the ingredient is identified on the label
- How it fits into the overall formula
Gold Sea Moss and Purple Sea Moss
Zeotein's sea moss ingredient combines two types:
Gold Sea Moss
Gold sea moss is one of the varieties included in the Zeotein blend.
Purple Sea Moss
Purple sea moss is the second variety included in the blend and contributes to the overall composition of the sea moss ingredient.
Together, the two varieties make up the 75% Gold Sea Moss and 25% Purple Sea Moss blend used in the Zeotein formula.
How Sea Moss Fits Into the Zeotein Formula
Sea moss is one component of the Zeotein formula.
In Zeotein Cacao, the ingredient list includes:
- Collagen peptides
- Bone broth protein
- MCT powder
- Sea moss
- Zeolite
- Cacao
In Zeotein Vegan, the ingredient list includes:
- Hemp protein
- Pumpkin seed protein
- MCT powder
- Sea moss
- Zeolite
Looking at the complete ingredient list gives consumers a clearer picture of how sea moss fits into the overall formula rather than evaluating the ingredient on its own.
How to Read Sea Moss on an Ingredient List
If you're comparing products that contain sea moss, start with the label.
1. Check the ingredient name
Look at how sea moss is identified in the ingredient list.
2. Check the source
If the brand provides sourcing information, look at where the ingredient comes from.
3. Look at the complete formula
Sea moss is only one ingredient. Review the other ingredients to understand how the overall product is formulated.
4. Check the Supplement Facts panel
Look at the serving size and the information provided in the Supplement Facts panel.
5. Consider whether the formula fits your preferences
Ingredient sources, protein sources, preparation method, dietary preferences, and other formulation details can all be part of your comparison.
Why Zeotein Uses Sea Moss
Zeotein includes sea moss as one of the ingredients in its formulas.
Rather than looking at sea moss in isolation, it is useful to consider it as part of the complete ingredient list.
For Zeotein, the sea moss ingredient is included alongside the protein sources, MCT powder, zeolite, and other formula-specific ingredients.
The goal is to make the ingredient list straightforward enough for consumers to understand what is in the formula and how the ingredients fit together.
A Simpler Way to Evaluate Ingredient Sourcing
Ingredient sourcing can be difficult to evaluate when product descriptions provide limited information.
A simple place to start is:
What is the ingredient?
Where does it come from?
What type or variety is used?
What other ingredients are included?
What does the Supplement Facts panel show?
Understanding the source and the complete ingredient list can make it easier to compare products based on the information provided.
At Zeotein, we believe understanding the ingredients makes it easier to understand what you're choosing.
Know what's in the formula and understand what you're choosing.
— Andrew Schoenwetter
Co-Founder, Zeotein
