Carotenoids are isoprenoids widely distributed in foods that have been always part of the
diet of humans. Unlike the other so-called food bioactives, some carotenoids can be …

There is uncertainty regarding carotenoid intake recommendations, because positive and
negative health effects have been found or are correlated with carotenoid intake and tissue …

Duckweeds have been consumed as human food since long. Species of the duckweed
genera, Spirodela, Landoltia, Lemna, Wolffiella and Wolffia were analysed for protein, fat …

The purpose of this study was to assess the antioxidant activity of carotenes and
xanthophylls measured by various methods, compared to α-tocopherol, BHA and BHT. Four …

Amazonian plants possess high amounts of little-explored lipid compounds. Chemical
parameters and lipophilic compounds present in twelve oils and fats from different …

The aim of the study was to analyse the chemical composition and oxidation stability of
selected cold-pressed oils and oil mixtures. The oils were tested for their initial quality, fatty …

Natural antioxidants have renewed value for human health and the food industry. Green
labeling is becoming an important attribute for consumers and is impacting food processing …

The paper deals with measuring of structural changes in edible oils during their heating
giving arise to unsafe degradation products. The attention is paid to the major …

In this study, seeds from the safflower variety called “Dinçer” were roasted and microwaved
before oil extraction by cold pressing. Some physico‐chemical analyses (moisture, ash, oil …

Traditionally used natural resources such as medicinal and aromatic plants are not fully
valorized by modern industry which is followed by huge amount of agricultural waste, by …