Carotenoids

Harnessing the power of
nature’s rainbow.

Overview

We have a natural advantage.

Carotenoids have been at the very heart of Lycored since day one. Over the years, we’ve learned so much about them—from their ability to partner with other nutrients to the wealth of nutrition found inside each tiny molecule. Before we get into the specifics of various products, let’s take a step back and look at these powerful nutrients as a whole.

What is a carotenoid?

Carotenoids are the tiny pigments that give fruits, veggies, and other organisms their vibrant hues. The human body cannot manufacture them, making supplementation and dietary incorporation a necessity.

Common carotenoids

Next time you’re at the grocery store, head to the produce aisle—those incredible colors are from these wonderful nutrients.

  • Lycopene

  • Lutein

  • Beta-Carotene

  • Alpha-Carotene

  • Astaxanthin

  • Phytoene & Phytofluene

Find them in

Carotenoids are an important part of every diet (and you’re probably already eating them every day).

  • Tomatoes

  • Carrots

  • Spinach

  • Kale

  • Parsley

  • Pumpkins

  • Sweet Potatoes

  • Chili Peppers

  • Cantaloupe

Sourcing

We are proud to standardize various carotenoids from a diverse range of organisms including the ones you see here.

  • Tomatoes

  • Marigolds

  • Palm Fruits

  • Blakeslea Trispora
    (a healthy fungus)

  • Haematococcus Pluvialis
    (a healthy algae)

  • Common carotenoids

    Next time you’re at the grocery store, head to the produce aisle—those incredible colors are from these wonderful nutrients

  • Lycopene

    - Promotes healthy, resilient skin
    - Supports the cardiovascular system

  • Lutein

    - Helps protect against age-related macular degeneration
    - May also ward off clogs in arteries

  • Beta-Carotene

    - Converts to vitamin A in the body
    - Supports a healthy immune system

  • Alpha-Carotene

    - Fights the proliferation of free radicals
    - May inhibit the development of cancer

  • Astaxanthin

    - Supports a healthy cardiovascular system
    - May be able to temper the effects of age-related diseases

  • Phytoene & Phytofluene

    - Accumulate in the skin
    - Act as antioxidants and fight free radicals

  • Find them in

    Carotenoids are an important part of every diet (and you’re probably already eating them every day).

  • Tomatoes

  • Carrots

  • Spinach

  • Kale

  • Parsley

  • Pumpkins

  • Sweet Potatoes

  • Chili Peppers

  • Cantaloupe

  • Sourcing

    We are proud to standardize various carotenoids from a diverse range of organisms including the ones you see here.

  • Tomatoes

  • Marigolds

  • Palm Fruits

  • Blakeslea Trispora
    (a healthy fungus)

  • Haematococcus Pluvialis
    (a healthy algae)

Products

Our carotenoid families

We’re proud to offer a number of carotenoids in a variety of formulations. Click the boxes below to learn more about our offerings.

Alpha-Carotene

Typically found in vegetables ranging from sweet potatoes to spinach, alpha-carotene is a known fighter of free radicals.

AlphaBeads 5%

AlphaBeads 7.5%

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Beta-Carotene

Beta-carotene is found in a host of diverse fruits and veggies (most famously carrots); however, we source ours from blakeslea trispora.

Lyc-O-Beta 20% VBAF

Lyc-O-Beta S Beadlets 10%

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Lutein

Commonly found in leafy greens like broccoli and kale, lutein protects the macula from oxidation caused by exposure to blue light.

Lyc-O-Lutein 20% VBAF

LuteinBeads 5% XB

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Lycopene

It’s no accident we take our name from this bright red carotenoid—its numerous health-giving qualities have inspired us since day one.

LycoBeads 5%

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Astaxanthin

We tend to associate carotenoids with hearty veggies, but astaxanthin is most commonly found in shrimp, salmon, and even healthy algae.

Lycored Astaxanthin 2.5% powered by AstaPure®

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Lycomato®

Launched in the nineties and still one of our top-selling products, Lycomato® was our first proprietary blend inspired by nature and powered by cutting-edge science.

Lycomato® 15%

Lycomato® 6%

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Colorants

It’s no longer enough for products to be beautiful—the coloring agents used in foods and beverages need to be safe and natural, too.

Lyc-O-Beta®

Tomat-O-Red®

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Lycored Nutrient Complex™

After nearly two decades of intensive research and studies, we are excited to present our family of highly-targeted, supplement-ready phytonutrient blends to the world.

Cardiomato™

Lycoderm™

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