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Astaxanthin: Past, Present, and Future
Marine Drugs, 2023 Astaxanthin (AX), a lipid-soluble pigment belonging to the xanthophyll carotenoids family, has recently garnered significant attention due to its unique physical properties, biochemical attributes, and physiological effects.
Yasuhiro Nishida +10 more
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Astaxanthin for the Food Industry [PDF]
Molecules, 2021 Xanthophyll astaxanthin, which is commonly used in aquaculture, is one of the most expensive and important industrial pigments. It is responsible for the pink and red color of salmonid meat and shrimp.
B. Stachowiak, P. Szulc
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Protection of Astaxanthin in Astaxanthin Nanodispersions Using Additional Antioxidants [PDF]
Molecules, 2013 The protective effects of α-tocopherol and ascorbic acid on astaxanthin in astaxanthin nanodispersions produced via a solvent-diffusion technique and stabilized by a three-component stabilizer system, were studied either individually or in combination by
Chin Ping Tan +2 more
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Marine Drugs, 2023 Astaxanthin (3,3-dihydroxy-β, β-carotene-4,4-dione) is a ketocarotenoid synthesized by Haematococcus pluvialis/lacustris, Chromochloris zofingiensis, Chlorococcum, Bracteacoccus aggregatus, Coelastrella rubescence, Phaffia rhodozyma, some bacteria ...
Anagha Nair +12 more
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Animals, 2023 Simple Summary Oxidative stress represents a significant threat to fish health, resulting in cellular damage and a host of health challenges. Astaxanthin, a powerful antioxidant, plays a pivotal role in reducing the reactivity of harmful reactive oxygen ...
Y. Shastak, Wolf Pelletier
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Bioengineering, 2023 Astaxanthin is a fascinating molecule with powerful antioxidant activity, synthesized exclusively by specific microorganisms and higher plants. To expand astaxanthin production, numerous studies have employed metabolic engineering to introduce and ...
Yousef Mohammed +5 more
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Marine Drugs, 2023 Decreased adult neurogenesis, or the gradual depletion of neural stem cells in adult neurogenic niches, is considered a hallmark of brain aging. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the intricate relationship between aging, adult neurogenesis,
Alessando Medoro +6 more
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Ultrasonic-Assisted Extraction of Astaxanthin from Shrimp By-Products Using Vegetable Oils
Marine Drugs, 2023 Background: The use of conventional astaxanthin extraction methods, typically involving organic solvents, leads to a heightened environmental impact. The aim of this study was to explore the potential use of environmentally friendly extraction solvents ...
Ioannis Panagiotakopoulos +3 more
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Scientific Opinion on the safety and efficacy of synthetic astaxanthin as feed additive for salmon and trout, other fish, ornamental fish, crustaceans and ornamental birds [PDF]
EFSA Journal, 2014 Astaxanthin is a pigmenting carotenoid occurring naturally in plankton, crustaceans and fish. The astaxanthin under assessment is of synthetic origin. The FEEDAP Panel considers synthetic astaxanthin safe for salmonids up to 100 mg/kg complete diet.
EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP)
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Diversity, astaxanthin production, and genomic analysis of Rhodotorula paludigena SP9-15
Heliyon, 2023 Astaxanthin is a carotenoid known for its powerful antioxidant properties. This study focused on isolating yeast strains capable of producing astaxanthin from flower and fruit samples collected in Thailand. Out of 115 isolates, 11 strains were identified
Sukanya Phuengjayaem +8 more
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