Fucoxanthin (Powder)

Fucoxanthin (1%, powder)

Purity 1% tested by HPLC

Fucoxanthin is a natural compound found in many types of brown seaweed, such as wakame, hijiki, and kombu. It belongs to a group of chemicals called carotenoids. It is the pigment that gives plants their color. Fucoxanthin has gained attention for its health benefits, including:

Weight Loss: One of the most researched benefits of fucoxanthin is its ability to reduce weight. Some studies suggest that fucoxanthin may help increase metabolism and promote the breakdown of fat cells. It is believed to work by activating a protein called uncoupling protein 1 (UCP1), which may increase the rate at which fat is burned for energy.

Reference research:

Maeda H, Hosokawa M, Sashima T, et al. “Fucoxanthin and its metabolite fucoxanthinol inhibit adipocyte differentiation. in 3T3-L1 cells.” Int J Mol Med. 2006;18(1):147-152.

Abidov M, Ramazanov Z, Seifulla R, Grachev S. “Effects of Xanthigen™ on weight management of obese premenopausal women with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and normal fatty liver disease.” Diabetes Obes Metab 2010. ;12(1):72-81.

Antioxidant Properties: Fucoxanthin has strong antioxidant properties. This means that it can help neutralize harmful free radicals in the body. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can cause oxidative stress and damage cells. Leads to various chronic diseases and aging by scavenging free radicals. Fucoxanthin may help protect against conditions such as heart disease, cancer, and neurological disorders.