Astaxanthin (Ax), a type of carotenoid, has limited use as a result of its poor water solubility,
low bioavailability, and decomposition under harsh conditions. This study reports a delivery …

Astaxanthin (3, 3-dihydroxy-β, β-carotene-4, 4-dione) is a ketocarotenoid synthesized by
Haematococcus pluvialis/lacustris, Chromochloris zofingiensis, Chlorococcum …

This study investigated the encapsulation of astaxanthin using spray drying method to
enhance its stability and application in food systems. Blends of milk protein (either whey …

Microalgae have emerged as the best source of high-value astaxanthin producers. Algal
astaxanthin possesses numerous bioactivities hence the rising demand for several health …

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 …

Astaxanthin (AXT) is one of the most important fat-soluble carotenoids that have abundant
and diverse therapeutic applications namely in liver disease, cardiovascular disease, cancer …

Shrimp byproducts are an excellent source of astaxanthin. The antioxidant-rich natural
astaxanthin, dispersed in alpha-linolenic acid-rich flaxseed oil, may provide healthier …

Carotenoids are lipophilic secondary plant compounds, and their consumption within fruits
and vegetables has been positively correlated with a decreased risk of developing several …

Background Carotenoids are among the most important pigments found in nature, which are
synthesized by various eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms. With few knows exceptions …

BACKGROUND Astaxanthin (ASTA) is a kind of food‐derived active ingredient (FDAI) with
antioxidant and antidiabetic functions. It is nontoxic but its poor solubility and low …