{"product_id":"icelandic-moss-cetraria-islandica","title":"Icelandic Moss (Cetraria Islandica)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Nordic throat soother — mucous membrane protection, respiratory healing, and gut lining support from the Arctic.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIcelandic moss (Cetraria islandica) is not technically a moss but a lichen — a symbiotic organism that has survived the harshest Arctic conditions for millennia. Rich in mucilaginous polysaccharides (lichenin and isolichenin), it forms a protective coating over irritated mucous membranes, soothing sore throats, dry coughs, gastritis, and gut inflammation with remarkable gentleness. A staple of Scandinavian folk medicine and still used widely across Northern Europe today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThroat \u0026amp; mucous membrane soothing · Dry cough relief · Gastric \u0026amp; gut lining protection · Antimicrobial (usnic acid) · Immune support · Nutritive tonic\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSteep 1–2 tsp dried icelandic moss in 250ml hot water for 5–10 mins. Drink 2–3 cups daily for throat or digestive conditions. Mild, slightly bitter, earthy flavour. Particularly effective as a slow-steeped cold infusion (overnight in cold water) to maximise mucilage extraction for gut lining support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Expect Results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThroat \u0026amp; cough soothing: within hours to days · Gastric \u0026amp; gut lining: 1–2 weeks · Immune \u0026amp; nutritive support: 3–6 weeks of consistent use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Sore throat, laryngitis \u0026amp; dry cough\u003cbr\u003e• Gastritis \u0026amp; stomach inflammation\u003cbr\u003e• Leaky gut \u0026amp; gut lining repair\u003cbr\u003e• Immune support\u003cbr\u003e• Debility \u0026amp; nutritive recovery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Avoid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Pregnant or nursing — consult GP\u003cbr\u003e• Autoimmune conditions — immune-modulating properties; consult GP\u003cbr\u003e• Stomach ulcers — generally soothing but consult GP for active ulcers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Best used within 12–24 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrganically grown · Ethically wild-harvested · Third-party tested · Free from pesticides \u0026amp; contaminants.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fiwi Herbs","offers":[{"title":"25g","offer_id":45980647784495,"sku":null,"price":2.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":45980647817263,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":45980647850031,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":45980647882799,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":45980647915567,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":45980647948335,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/1872\/4399\/files\/Icelandic-moss-Cetraria-Islandica.jpg?v=1788105190","url":"https:\/\/www.fiwiherbs.co.uk\/products\/icelandic-moss-cetraria-islandica","provider":"Fiwi Herbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}