Fucoxanthin: is a carotenoid found as a pigment in the brown algae chloroplasts and heterokonts. This is the reason why they are olive-green or brown color. It is found in seaweed and have been used for a long time in Asia.

According to a scientific study done on rats and mice in University of Hokkaido, Fucoxanthin helps in burning body fats.

Fucoxanthin is normally used by those wishing to shed  some weight. It targets UCP1 protein gland that is responsible for facilitating quick burning of body fats. Fats, especially abdominal fat is associated with diabetes and heart diseases.

Fucoxanthin is believed to stimulate production of DHA fatty acids mainly found in fish.

Fucoxanthin has also been said to reduce the levels of glucose in the blood as well as Insulin. Therefore, it has been found to have a curing effect on diabetics since it promotes the production of DHA, boosts triglycerides and hence reduces the production of bad cholesterol.

Fucoxanthin can either be added by eating plenty of seaweed and other sources that are rich in the nutrient. It can also be found and taken as a supplement. There are numerous health food stores that deal with Fucoxanthin.