Oxidative decay and microbial spoilage are issues of concern, as they constitute threats to
human health. Natural antioxidants and antimicrobials hamper the negative impact of …

Oxidative stress induced by Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) was shown to be involved in
the pathogenesis of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular pathologies. Particularly …

Astaxanthin (ASX) is a marine-based ketocarotenoid; an accessory pigment in plants in that
it has many different potential functions. ASX is an antioxidant that is notably more potent …

Plant-based functional lipid ingredients, such as essential oils, with antioxidant and
antibacterial activities, have gained substantial attention in food, cosmetic, and …

Astaxanthin nanodispersion was prepared using whey protein isolate (WPI) and
polymerized whey protein (PWP) through an emulsification–evaporation technique. The …

Nanodispersion systems allow incorporation of lipophilic bioactives, such as astaxanthin (a
fat soluble carotenoid) into aqueous systems, which can improve their solubility …

The aim of this study was the preparation of ginger (Zingiber officinale) essential oil
nanoemulsions through the bottom up solvent displacement technique. The effects of main …

Haematococcus pluvialis is a green microalga that produces a considerable amount of
carotenoids, mainly astaxanthin (ASTX), which is a powerful antioxidant compound …

Astaxanthin is a natural carotenoid pigment, which provides many benefits to human health
and nutrition. However, the human body has a low bioavailability of astaxanthin due to its …

Astaxanthin is a red pigment that is naturally produced by the freshwater microalga
Haematococcus pluvialis. Cell wall thickness of red cyst aplanospores is a barrier for …