The concept of food matrix has received much attention lately in reference to its effects on
food processing, nutrition and health. However, the term matrix is used vaguely by food and …

Lycopene is a non-provitamin A carotenoid that exhibits several health benefits.
Epidemiological data support a correlation between lycopene intake and the attenuation of …

In order to fully exploit the nutrient density concept, thorough understanding of the biological
activity of single nutrients in their interaction with other nutrients and food components from …

In vitro digestion assays simulate the physiological conditions of digestion in vivo and are
useful tools for studying and understanding changes, interactions, as well as the …

There is an increased interest in secondary plant metabolites, such as polyphenols and
carotenoids, due to their proposed health benefits. Much attention has focused on their …

This review covers current analytical techniques, instruments and methodologies used in the
analysis of carotenoids in foods and human samples. We also cover the importance of …

Health benefits of bioactive compounds depend not only on the intake levels but also on
their bioavailability (BAv). In vitro methods to simulate gastro-intestinal digestion allow to …

Various secondary plant metabolites or phytochemicals, including polyphenols and
carotenoids, have been associated with a variety of health benefits, such as reduced …

This article aims to highlight discoveries during the past 5 years regarding aspects of the
bioaccessibility of carotenoids and apo-carotenoids, their uptake by intestinal cells, and their …

Apricots, scientifically known as Prunus armeniaca L, are drupes that resemble and are
closely related to peaches or plums. As one of the top consumed fruits, apricots are widely …