Phytosterols (PSs), classified into plant sterols and stanols, are bioactive compounds found
in foods of plant origin. PSs have been proposed to exert a wide number of pharmacological …

Carotenoids are natural pigments that play pivotal roles in many physiological functions. The
characteristics of carotenoids, their effects on health, and the cosmetic benefits of their …

Carotenoids are orange, yellow, and red lipophilic pigments present in many fruit and
vegetables, as well as other food groups. Some carotenoids contribute to vitamin A …

Carotenoids have been related to a number of health benefits. Their dietary intake and
circulating levels have been associated with a reduced incidence of obesity, diabetes …

Objective To investigate the association of plasma vitamin C and carotenoids, as indicators
of fruit and vegetable intake, with the risk of type 2 diabetes. Design Prospective case-cohort …

β-Carotene intake and tissue/blood concentrations have been associated with reduced
incidence of several chronic diseases. Further bioactive carotenoid-metabolites can …

Terpenes and terpenoids are the largest groups of plant secondary metabolites. However,
unlike polyphenols, they are rarely associated with geroprotective properties. Here we …

Carotenoids are a large class of natural antioxidants that occur in many vegetables, foods
and other natural sources. To date, a large number of biological properties have been …

Previous meta-analysis studies have indicated inverse associations between some
carotenoids and risks of metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and all-cause …

Diabetes remains a major health emergency in our entire world, affecting hundreds of
millions of people worldwide. In conjunction with its much-dreaded complications (eg …