Category: carrageenan

Carrageenan—The Thickener That’s a Sickener

Editor’s Note: Believe it or not, most of the processed food we eat contains a thickening agent called carrageenan. Studies suggest this food additive is a toxin that contributes to food intolerances and allergies. In the book, “A Consumer’s Guide to Toxic Food Additives” authors Bill and Linda Bonvie introduce the many additives in our…


Carrageenan Nasal Spray May Combat COVID

A seaweed extract called iota-carrageenan, when administered by nasal spray, has shown promise for a quick and easy way to fight COVID by trapping much of the virus before it can take hold in our bodies.  What does research show about this approach, and does it have the potential for other anti-COVID measures? Carrageenan Might…