The science behind carrageenan "the ingredient"

Extensive unaffiliated third party research indicates that the natural ingredient carrageenan, which is extracted from ocean plant life, has phenomenal lubricating qualities. Beyond lubrication, it has been extensively studied for other potential benefits. In fact, various research reports, prepared and disseminated by unaffiliated third parties, have shown indications that the ingredient carrageenan may potentially inhibit replication of various STDs.

Here are links to some of this research:

Common Seaweed Extract To Be Tested As A Vaginal Gel For Blocking AIDS Virus

Seaweed gel may prevent transmission 165 women taking part in clinical testing programme

How Might a Compound Found in Seaweed Block HIV Infection in women?

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Supports Clinical Trials of Population Council's Lead Candidate AIDS-fighting Microbicide

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