Phycocyanin
Description
Phycocyanin is a type of Chromoprotein that is responsible for the blue component of the color of Blue-Green Algae - Blue-Green Algae is the only known source of Phycocyanin.
Health Benefits of Phycocyanin
Cardiovascular System
Phycocyanin may stimulate the production of Blood Cells (both White Blood Cells and Red Blood Cells). [1]
Cells
Phycocyanin may enhance the function of Stem Cells (in Bone Marrow). [2]
Immune System
Phycocyanin may stimulate the apoptosis (cell death) of Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia cells. [3]
Dietary Sources of Phycocyanin
Algae
Phycocyanin is an active constituent of Spirulina and Aphanizomenon flos-aquae.
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