Fucoxanthin, The Belly Fat Burner

With many weight loss options from synthetic nutritional supplements to natural herbal formulations in the market today, individuals who seek effective weight loss treatments have another chemical compound to turn to. This time, the rich bounty of the seas has produced fucoxanthin as the next generation in proven weight loss treatment.

A member of the 600-strong carotenoid family, it can be found in varieties of edible brown seaweed, more specifically wakame and hijiki, which are staples of Japanese, Korean and Chinese cuisine. These brown algae can be bought at specialty and/or food stores although you have to consume impractical amounts to secure the concentrated quantities of fucoxanthin available in nutritional supplements, which are also sold online.

With its proven thermogenic properties, fucoxanthin targets the white adipose tissues that surround major internal organs like the liver and the heart as well as the abdominal muscles albeit in larger amounts. Weight loss through thermogenesis is achieved when fucoxanthin boosts the production of specialized proteins called uncoupling protein-1 (UCP-1), which causes faster fat burning in the white adipose tissues. In fact, this is the first time that the UCP-1 has been shown to be the target of a natural food component in fat reduction.

From the Hokkaido University mouse study, other researchers have followed suit with human studies and with amazing results. The individuals who received fucoxanthin achieved an average of 14.5 pounds in just sixteen weeks while those in the placebo group only lost 3 pounds in the same period.

These weight loss figures do not tell the whole story of the health benefits to be had from fucoxanthin either. Various studies have shown that it has anti-diabetes, anti-cancer, anti-heart disease and antioxidant properties as well. All these can only spell better health in addition to better weight management for users.

However, it is not just as an effective weight loss treatment that fucoxanthin have been proven to provide health benefits. Its antioxidant properties have shown great promise in the bodys natural protection against heart diseases, neurological illnesses and cancer brought by free radical damage. It even promises to become another natural drug against diabetes mellitus because of its ability to boost insulin sensitivity.

On the other hand, its potential anti-cancer properties come from initial results that it can facilitate the death of prostate cancer cells in culture. Other chemoprevention in human malignancies can be possible with this weight loss compound. Of course, its antioxidant properties promote a healthy heart and a healthy mind. With the fats around the heart burned by fucoxanthin in a natural way, users of the concentrated supplement can have the benefit of a fat-free, healthy heart along with an excellent belly fat burner.

Because fucoxanthin boosts metabolism without stimulating the central nervous system, it can be taken in recommended doses without worries about nervousness and sleeplessness that often characterize other weight loss pills. And since it has been taken by countless Asian generations as part of the daily diet of seaweeds, it is relatively safe to consume in its concentrated form. However, it must still be taken with caution especially by those who have thyroid problems. This is because it contains high levels of iodine that will aggravate goiters and other thyroid malfunctions. But when taken according to manufacturers recommendations and doctors advice, very rare side effects are experienced.

So far, there are no recorded adverse side effects with fucoxanthin. It is highly recommended, however, to secure expert opinion before starting any weight loss regimen especially when health problems might arise. Brown seaweeds are rich in iodine, which can aggravate thyroid-related illnesses.

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