Astaxanthin is a naturally occurring red carotenoid pigment classified as a xanthophyll,
found in microalgae and seafood such as salmon, trout, and shrimp. This review focuses on …

Astaxanthin (C40H52O4, FW 596.8) is a xanthophyll, an oxidative derivative of carotenes
(Figure 1). It is the main carotenoid pigment found in aquatic animals (Miki 1991). This red …

There has been considerable interest in the biological functions of astaxanthin and its
potential applications in the nutraceutical, cosmetics, food, and feed industries in recent …

Astaxanthin (AST) is a red pigment of carotenoid and is considered a high-quality keto-
carotenoid pigment with food, livestock, cosmetic, therapeutic and nutraceutical proposes …

Astaxanthin shows many biological activities. It has acquired a high economic potential and
its current market is dominated by its synthetic form. However, due to the increase of the …

Astaxanthin, the main carotenoid pigment in aquatic animals, has greater antioxidant activity
in vitro (protecting against lipid peroxidation) and a more polar configuration than other …

Cardiovascular disease is the main contributor to morbidity and mortality worldwide. Based
on its unique chemical features, the xanthophyll carotenoid astaxanthin is being proposed …

Astaxanthin is a high value keto‐carotenoid pigment renowned for its commercial
application in various industries comprising aquaculture, food, cosmetic, nutraceutical and …

Astaxanthin is a natural C40 carotenoid with numerous reported biological functions, most of
them associated with its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, standing out from other …

Astaxanthin is a xanthophyll carotenoid present in microalgae, fungi, complex plants,
seafood, flamingos and quail. It is an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties and as …