How do capsules with Icelandic moss extract differ from a herbal infusion? — herbal extract - Iceland moss (Cetraria islandica) N60- Visterra

When Icelandic moss is brewed, some of the active substances remain in the plant material or break down with prolonged contact with hot water. Dry extract is obtained by concentration: the active components are extracted from a large amount of plant material, the water is then removed, and the result is a powder with a higher content of the target substances per unit of mass.

This means that a single capsule contains more mucilage and natural bitter substances of Cetraria islandica than a standard cup of infusion. There is no need to control water temperature, brewing time or taste — the capsule is taken as 1 capsule twice a day with food.

In practice this matters for those who want to include Icelandic moss in their daily supplement intake without extra steps, and for people who dislike the bitter taste characteristic of this lichen. The natural bitter substances remain in the extract, but in capsule form they are not tasted.

It is important to understand that Visterra Iceland Moss extract is a food supplement, not a medicine, and does not replace a balanced diet or medical help for illness.