Preparation, Characterization and Antioxidant Activities of Kelp Phlorotannin Nanoparticles [PDF]
Molecules, 2020 Phlorotannins are a group of major polyphenol secondary metabolites found only in brown algae and are known for their bioactivities and multiple health benefits.
Chenxu Yu, Hang Qi
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Structural basis of EHEP-mediated offense against phlorotannin-induced defense from brown algae to protect akuBGL activity [PDF]
eLife, 2023 The defensive–offensive associations between algae and herbivores determine marine ecology. Brown algae utilize phlorotannin as their chemical defense against the predator Aplysia kurodai, which uses β-glucosidase (akuBGL) to digest the laminarin in ...
Xiaomei Sun +8 more
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Sustainable Recovery of Phlorotannins from Durvillaea incurvata: Integrated Extraction and Purification with Advanced Characterization [PDF]
AntioxidantsThe rising demand for bioactive compounds from marine resources highlights the need for sustainable separation technologies. This study introduces an integrated process combining ultrasound-assisted extraction (USAE) and resin purification (RP) to ...
Pamela Raquel Rivera-Tovar +6 more
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Frontiers in Nutrition, 2023 IntroductionPhycocyanin offers advantageous biological effects, including immune-regulatory, anticancer, antioxidant, and anti-inflammation capabilities.
Hang Qi
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Improving in vitro Gastrointestinal Stability of Phlorotannins From Food Grade Fucus vesiculosus Extracts Using Cyclodextrins. [PDF]
J Food SciABSTRACT Phlorotannins have gained significant attention for their potential bioactive and functional properties. However, these compounds are highly sensitive to gastrointestinal digestion, which limits their bioavailability and consequently the in vivo efficacy.
Reis SF +5 more
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Phlorotannin Alleviates Liver Injury by Regulating Redox Balance, Apoptosis, and Ferroptosis of Broilers under Heat Stress [PDF]
AntioxidantsHeat stress (HS) poses a great challenge to the poultry industry by inducing oxidative damage to the liver, endangering the health and production of broilers.
Zhong-Xiang Zhao +9 more
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Phlorotannin–Alginate Extract from Nizimuddinia zanardinii for Melanosis Inhibition and Quality Preservation of Pacific White Shrimp [PDF]
FoodsPhlorotannin–alginate extracts from brown seaweeds offer promising natural solutions for food preservation. This study investigated the extraction, characterization, and application of phlorotannins and alginate from two brown seaweed species, Sargassum ...
Salim Sharifian, Seraj Bita
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Ishophloroglucin A Isolated from Ishige okamurae Protects Glomerular Cells from Methylglyoxal-Induced Diacarbonyl Stress and Inhibits the Pathogenesis of Diabetic Nephropathy [PDF]
Marine DrugsIshige okamurae (I. okamuare), an edible brown alga, is rich in isophloroglucin A (IPA) phlorotannin compounds and is effective in preventing diseases, including diabetes.
Chi-Heung Cho +3 more
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Investigation of the Potential Phlorotannins and Mechanism of Six Brown Algae in Treating Type II Diabetes Mellitus Based on Biological Activity, UPLC-QE-MS/MS, and Network Pharmacology [PDF]
Foods, 2023 Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has developed into an important health concern worldwide. The discovery of phlorotannins and their efficacy in the treatment of T2DM has become a hotspot for research in various fields.
Jialiang Chen +7 more
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Therapeutic effects of phlorotannins in the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders
Frontiers in Molecular Neuroscience, 2023 Phlorotannins are natural polyphenolic compounds produced by brown marine algae and are currently found in nutritional supplements. Although they are known to cross the blood–brain barrier, their neuropharmacological actions remain unclear.
Yoon Ji Kwon +5 more
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