Tag: Phycoerythrin

Phycoerythrin is a red fluorescent pigment predominantly found in red algae and cyanobacteria, playing a key role in their photosynthesis. Emerging scientific research suggests this bioactive compound offers a wide array of functional benefits that positively affect health, from antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support to potential anticancer and immunomodulatory effects.

With over 6,000 species identified, red algae represent one of the oldest and largest groups of eukaryotic algae. Another name for red algae is its scientific classification, Rhodophyta, a diverse phylum of predominantly marine organisms known for their distinctive red coloration.