Chondrus crispus commonly called Irish Seamoss or Carrageen moss —is a species of red algae which grows abundantly along the...

 However, Irish moss is not only used for food purposes but also is commonly used for its superior medicinal properties by pharmaceuticals and scientists. It has been used as a demulcent medicine for coughs and peptic ulcers. It is also known to fix sore throats and chest problems, thanks to acting as both an expectorant and an antiviral – carrageen is also reported to shift phlegm.