natural compound found in various types of brown seaweed, such as wakame, hijiki, and kombu. It belongs to a group of chemicals called carotenoids, which are pigments that give plants their color.

Fucoxanthin (1%, Powder)

1% Purity tested by HPLC

Fucoxanthin is a natural compound found in various types of brown seaweed, such as wakame, hijiki, and kombu. It belongs to a group of chemicals called carotenoids, which are pigments that give plants their color.

Weight Loss: One of the most researched potential benefits of fucoxanthin is its ability to aid in weight loss. Some studies suggest that fucoxanthin may help increase metabolism and promote the breakdown of fat cells. It is believed to work by stimulating 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, suppress adipocyte differentiation in 3T3-L1 cells." Int J Mol Med. 2006;18(1):147-152.

Abidov M, Ramazanov Z, Seifulla R, Grachev S. "The effects of Xanthigen™ in the weight management of obese premenopausal women with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and normal liver fat." Diabetes Obes Metab. 2010;12(1):72-81.

Antioxidant Properties: Fucoxanthin exhibits strong antioxidant properties, which means it can help neutralize harmful free radicals in the body. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can cause oxidative stress and damage to cells, leading to various chronic diseases and aging. By scavenging free radicals, fucoxanthin may help protect against conditions like heart disease, cancer, and neurodegenerative disorders.

Reference Research:

Kim KN, Heo SJ, Kang SM, Ahn G, Jeon YJ. "Fucoxanthin induces apoptosis in human leukemia HL-60 cells through a ROS-mediated Bcl-xL pathway." Toxicol In Vitro. 2010;24(6):1648-1654.

Matsumoto M, Hosokawa M, Matsukawa N, et al. "Suppression of the aging-associated decline in physical performance by a combination of fucoxanthinol and fish oil." Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2018;82(11):1951-1957.


Anti-inflammatory Effects: Some research suggests that fucoxanthin may have anti-inflammatory effects, which could be beneficial for reducing inflammation in the body. Chronic inflammation is linked to many health problems, including heart disease, arthritis, and certain types of cancer. By reducing inflammation, fucoxanthin may help lower the risk of these conditions and promote overall health.

Reference Research:

Heo SJ, Jeon YJ. "Protective effect of fucoxanthin isolated from Sargassum siliquastrum on UV-B induced cell damage." J Photochem Photobiol B. 2009;95(2):101-107.

Heo SJ, Yoon WJ, Kim KN, et al. "Evaluation of anti-inflammatory effect of fucoxanthin isolated from brown algae in lipopolysaccharide-stimulated RAW 264.7 macrophages." Food Chem Toxicol. 2010;48(8-9):2045-2051.

Potential Cancer Prevention: Preliminary studies have indicated that fucoxanthin may have anti-cancer properties, including the ability to inhibit the growth of cancer cells and induce apoptosis (cell death) in cancerous cells. However, more research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms involved and determine its effectiveness in preventing or treating cancer in humans.

Reference Research:

Das SK, Hashimoto T, Kanazawa K. "Growth inhibition of human hepatic carcinoma HepG2 cells by fucoxanthin is associated with down-regulation of cyclin D." Biochim Biophys Acta. 2008;1780(4):743-749.

Kotake-Nara E, Terasaki M, Nagao A. "Characteristics of apoptosis induced by fucoxanthin in human promyelocytic leukemia cells." Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2005;69(11):224-227.


Heart Health: Some animal studies suggest that fucoxanthin may have beneficial effects on cardiovascular health by reducing cholesterol levels and improving lipid metabolism. These effects could potentially lower the risk of heart disease and stroke. However, human studies are needed to confirm these findings and understand the specific mechanisms involved.

Reference Research:

Maeda H, Hosokawa M, Sashima T, Funayama K, Miyashita K. "Effect of medium-chain triacylglycerols on anti-obesity effect of fucoxanthin." J Oleo Sci. 2007;56(12):615-621.

Kang SI, Ko HC, Shin HS, et al. "Fucoxanthin exerts differing effects on 3T3-L1 cells according to differentiation stage and inhibits glucose uptake in mature adipocytes." Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2011;409(4):769-774.