GANGWON-DO, Korea—Algae-extracted carotenoids such as lutein and zeaxanthin can reduce colon cancer growths, NutraIngredients reported. According to the Web Site, “the carotenoids extracted from two popular Asian algae forms – Chlorella ellipsoidea (CEE) and Chlorella vulgaris (CVE) – blocked growth of human colon cancer cells, the scientists found.” Researcher also found that when used in combination lutein and zeaxanthin exhibited more-powerful anticancer effects.
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Carotenoids May Block Colon Cancer
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- Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry: Antiproliferative Effects of Carotenoids Extracted from Chlorella ellipsoidea and Chlorella vulgaris on Human Colon Cancer Cells
- NutraIngredients: Lutein and zeaxanthin can benefit colon cancer, say researchers
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