The Multifaceted Role of Fucoxanthin: Enhancing Fish Health and Sustainable Aquaculture through Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, and Antimicrobial Properties

Abstract

Fucoxanthin, a carotenoid derived from marine microalgae, has garnered attention for its potential to
enhance fish health and nutrition. Known for its diverse pharmacological properties, fucoxanthin offers
antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and nutritional benefits that can significantly improve fish well-being
and aquaculture outcomes. As a potent antioxidant, fucoxanthin protects fish from oxidative stress by
reducing damage from reactive oxygen species (ROS), thereby promoting growth and survival rates in
aquaculture environments. Additionally, its anti-inflammatory effects may help reduce inflammation-
related stress in fish, enhancing resilience against diseases that commonly affect aquaculture
populations. From a nutritional perspective, incorporating fucoxanthin into fish feed can improve
growth performance, feed efficiency, and immune responses, ultimately leading to healthier fish stocks.
The study explores the potential benefits of fucoxanthin, a marine microalgae-derived carotenoid, in
enhancing fish health and performance in aquaculture, focusing on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory,
and nutritional properties. Despite these promising benefits, challenges like bioavailability and scalable
production must be addressed to maximize fucoxanthin's impact in aquaculture. Further research is
needed to optimize its application and fully understand its long-term effects on fish health and growth