Share Your Experience with Seaweeds

I'm gathering practical experiences to inform my forthcoming book, Marine Herbalism, which explores bringing seaweeds into the Western herbal repertoire through traditional uses, emerging research, and everyday practice.

I'd love to hear how you've worked with seaweeds—as foods, in herbal or topical preparations, or in other practical ways. A preparation you enjoy, an unexpected result, or an approach that didn't work are all welcome. No noticeable benefit, difficulties, and unwanted effects are just as valuable as positive experiences. You don't need to have purchased seaweeds from Mermaid Botanicals to contribute.

Please describe what was used and observed, including anything you're unsure about. These accounts will help me understand practical seaweed use; they won't establish that seaweeds caused a particular health outcome.

Submitting an account does not give permission to publish your words or story. If I'd like to include your experience in the book or another publication, I'll contact you separately, share the proposed passage, and ask for permission.

Share your own experience or observations from working with others, without including another person's name or identifying details. Include only health information you're comfortable sharing with me. This form is for gathering experiences, rather than individual health advice.

Brief accounts are welcome. Skip optional questions and focus on one experience per submission—you’re welcome to submit again.