Uncovering potential applications of cyanobacteria and algal metabolites in biology, agriculture and medicine: current status and future prospects

R Singh, P Parihar, M Singh, A Bajguz… - Frontiers in …, 2017 - frontiersin.org
Cyanobacteria and algae having complex photosynthetic systems can channelize absorbed
solar energy into other forms of energy for production of food and metabolites. In addition …

Microalgae as healthy ingredients for functional food: a review

J Matos, C Cardoso, NM Bandarra, C Afonso - Food & function, 2017 - pubs.rsc.org
Microalgae are very interesting and valuable natural sources of highly valuable bioactive
compounds, such as vitamins, essential amino acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, minerals …

[HTML][HTML] Microalgae derived astaxanthin: research and consumer trends and industrial use as food

S Villaró, M Ciardi, A Morillas-España… - Foods, 2021 - mdpi.com
Astaxanthin is a high-value carotenoid currently being produced by chemical synthesis and
by extraction from the biomass of the microalga Haematococcus pluvialis. Other microalgae …

Exploring the potential of using algae in cosmetics

HMD Wang, CC Chen, P Huynh, JS Chang - Bioresource technology, 2015 - Elsevier
The applications of microalgae in cosmetic products have recently received more attention
in the treatment of skin problems, such as aging, tanning and pigment disorders. There are …

Dietary astaxanthin: an excellent carotenoid with multiple health benefits

Y Cao, L Yang, X Qiao, C Xue, J Xu - Critical Reviews in Food …, 2023 - Taylor & Francis
Astaxanthin is a carotenoid widely found in marine organisms and microorganisms. With
extensive use in nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and animal feed, astaxanthin will have the …

Potential health‐promoting effects of astaxanthin: a high‐value carotenoid mostly from microalgae

JP Yuan, J Peng, K Yin, JH Wang - Molecular nutrition & food …, 2011 - Wiley Online Library
The ketocarotenoid astaxanthin can be found in the microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis,
Chlorella zofingiensis, and Chlorococcum sp., and the red yeast Phaffia rhodozyma. The …

[HTML][HTML] Antioxidant and anti‑inflammatory mechanisms of action of astaxanthin in cardiovascular diseases

CPM Pereira, ACR Souza… - International …, 2021 - spandidos-publications.com
Cardiovascular diseases are the most common cause of mortality worldwide. Oxidative
stress and inflammation are pathophysiological processes involved in the development of …

Marine carotenoids: biological functions and commercial applications

C Vílchez, E Forján, M Cuaresma, F Bédmar, I Garbayo… - Marine drugs, 2011 - mdpi.com
Carotenoids are the most common pigments in nature and are synthesized by all
photosynthetic organisms and fungi. Carotenoids are considered key molecules for life …

Carotenoids in antioxidant networks. Colorants or radical scavengers

LH Skibsted - Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2012 - ACS Publications
Optical and electronic properties of carotenoids as also reflected in their colors have been
fine-tuned through evolution, resulting in a structural diversity important for carotenoid …