C-phycocyanin / 10 mg

C-phycocyanin is a natural pigment derived from cyanobacteria, known for its vibrant blue color. It is highly sought after for its potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. C-phycocyanin has been studied for its effects on reducing oxidative stress and improving immune function. In addition to its health-related uses, c-phycocyanin is also valued for its use in food and cosmetic industries due to its safety profile and appealing color.

Application

Applications of c-phycocyanin span across health supplements, where it is used to enhance the nutritional value of products aimed at boosting immunity and combating inflammation. In the cosmetics industry, it serves as a natural dye, providing a safe alternative to synthetic dyes while adding a beautiful shade of blue to products. Furthermore, research into c-phycocyanin continues, exploring its potential in medical treatments and therapeutic applications.

Articles:

-Design strategies for C-phycocyanin purification: Process influence on purity grade

Publication Date: Available online 24 July 2020

Marina Campos Assumpção de Amarante, Anna Rafaela Cavalcante Braga, Luisa Sala, Caroline Costa Moraes, Susana Juliano Kalil

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seppur.2020.117453

- Large-scale production of Spirulina-based proteins and c-phycocyanin: A biorefinery approach

Publication Date: Available online 13 July 2022

Bavatharny Thevarajah, Gannoru Kankanamalage Sanuji Hasara Nishshanka, Malith Premaratne, P.H.V. Nimarshana, Dillirani Nagarajan, Jo-Shu Chang, Thilini U. Ariyadasa

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bej.2022.108541

- Antioxidant potential of nature's “something blue”: Something new in the marriage of biological activity and extraction methods applied to C-phycocyanin

Publication Date: Available online 6 November 2020

Camilly Fratelli, Monize Burck, Marina Campos Assumpção Amarante, Anna Rafaela Cavalcante Braga

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tifs.2020.10.043