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04.Jun.2023
What is Fucoidan? Explore the Benefits of Brown Seaweed's Natural Compound
What is Fucoidan? Explore the Benefits of Brown Seaweed's Natural Compound
Fucoidans, complex long chain polysaccharides, are a remarkable class of natural compounds found in the cell walls of brown seaweeds. These polysaccharides play a vital role in protecting seaweeds from water-borne pathogens and environmental challenges. With their unique molecular structure and varying degrees of sulfation and acetylation, fucoidans exhibit beneficial bioactivities.
The efficacy of fucoidan extracts has been extensively studied by independent research groups worldwide. These high purity, certified organic fucoidan extracts are innovative and versatile functional ingredients that have gained global regulatory acceptance. They are preferred by leading international brands in sectors such as human nutrition, skincare, animal health, and pharmaceutical research.
Not all fucoidans are the same. The efficacy of fucoidan extracts is significantly influenced by the extraction method and the seaweed species from which they are derived. Traditional extraction methods may compromise the integrity and functionality of fucoidans. However, high-quality fucoidan extracts ensure the production of natural extracts with superior quality and enhanced bioactivity.
Species of fucoidan
Fucoidan is primarily extracted from two carefully selected species of brown seaweed: Undaria pinnatifida and Fucus vesiculosus. Both Undaria and Fucus seaweeds have undergone extensive research and clinical testing, making them the focus of attention.
Undaria pinnatifida, commonly known as wakame, thrives in coastal waters up to 20 meters deep. This rapidly renewable marine resource grows rapidly, with lengths of up to 2 meters achieved in less than a year and growth rates of up to 1cm per day. The harvesting process involves careful hand-harvesting of Undaria at the peak of its growth cycle, ensuring purity. The harvested seaweed is then sun-dried to preserve its bioactive compounds, including fucoidan.
Fucus vesiculosus, or bladderwrack, is another species carefully hand-harvested from clean ocean waters. This brown seaweed features distinctive branching fronds with prominent midribs and bladder-like floats. The potential health benefits of Fucus vesiculosus have been well-documented in scientific literature. It was from this species that the very first commercial fucoidan extracts available on the market were derived.
Fucoidan also finds applications as a nutritional supplement in various areas:
Nutricosmetics & beauty-from-within
Fucoidan is a key ingredient in nutricosmetics, or beauty-from-within, applications. Organic fucoidan extracts offer a unique combination of fucoidan and marine polyphenols, providing a versatile ingredient for promoting healthy aging, digestive health, and immune support. These high purity, certified organic ingredients are backed by science and meet the growing global demand for novel nutritional supplements.
Skincare & dermatology
Seaweeds are rich in vitamins, minerals, essential elements, and micronutrients necessary for skin health. Fucoidan, a natural compound found in seaweeds, offers protection against environmental stresses and marine pathogens. High purity, certified organic fucoidans are bioactive compounds well-suited for premium skincare products. Extensively researched for their potential in promoting healthy aging, protecting, balancing, and soothing properties, these fucoidan extracts are an ideal inclusion in skincare preparations. Organic fucoidan extracts offer purified complexes specifically designed for cosmetic and dermatology applications, ensuring non-sensitizing and non-allergenic properties.
Discover the exceptional benefits of certified organic fucoidan extracts.
These high-quality bioactive compounds have the potential to elevate your products in the human nutrition, skincare, animal health, and pharmaceutical research sectors.
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