An optimized isomerization method was developed by heating all-E-astaxanthin in ethyl
acetate (70° C) with I-TiO2 catalyst, yielding 22.7% and 16.9% of 9 Z-and 13 Z-astaxanthin …

The pigment astaxanthin, one of the carotenoids, is regarded as a functional factor with
various biological activities, widely applied in feed, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries …

Solubilising astaxanthin in nanodispersion systems is a promising approach to incorporate
astaxanthin into water-based food formulations. In this research, the chemical stabilities of …

Oxidative stress and inflammation are established processes contributing to cardiovascular
disease caused by atherosclerosis. However, antioxidant therapies tested in cardiovascular …

Synthetic astaxanthin (S-AX) was tested against natural astaxanthin from Haematococcus
pluvialis microalgae (N-AX) for antioxidant activity. In vitro studies conducted at Creighton …

The presence of carotenoids in animal tissue reflects their sources along the food chain.
Astaxanthin, the main carotenoid used for salmonid pigmentation, is usually included in the …

Bioactive compounds of natural origin are gaining increasing popularity. High biological
activity and bioavailability, beneficial effects on health and safety of use are some of their …

In recent years considerable progress in health therapy makes a significant improvement in
natural nutraceuticals. Shrimp is a valuable natural sea food and is processed by removing …

Background Astaxanthin is a marine carotenoid which has received widely attention due to
its strongly functional activity in food industry. However, the poor water solubility and …

Background: Astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant carotenoid has been found to be highly
effective in mopping up free radicals as it possesses anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, anti …