Phlorotannins of the Brown Algae Sargassum vulgare from the Mediterranean Sea Coast
Antioxidants, 2022 Brown seaweeds are a good source of bioactive compounds, particularly of phlorotannins, which may exert a wide spectrum of pharmacological properties. In the present study, phlorotannins of S.
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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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A Pharmacokinetic and Bioavailability Study of Ecklonia cava Phlorotannins Following Intravenous and Oral Administration in Sprague-Dawley Rats. [PDF]
Mar DrugsThis study examines the pharmacokinetics and bioavailability of phlorotannins from Ecklonia cava in rats following intravenous and oral administration.
Shin HC +8 more
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Cosmeceutical Applications of Phlorotannins from Brown Seaweeds
PhycologyDue to the adverse effects associated with synthetic cosmetic ingredients, global demand is increasingly shifting toward natural formulations that offer diverse benefits for enhancing skin health and overall beauty.
D. M. N. M. Gunasekara +3 more
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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.
Ying Bai +5 more
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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.
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Marine Drugs, 2021 This review aims to provide an informative summary of studies on extraction and nanoencapsulation of phlorotannins to improve their bioavailability and bioactivity.
Tianjian Tong, Xiaoyang Liu, Chenxu Yu
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From Sea to Sweet: Seaweed's Role in Nutritious and Sustainable Confectionery. [PDF]
Compr Rev Food Sci Food SafABSTRACT Seaweed is increasingly recognized as a multifunctional ingredient in confectionery products, owing to its exceptional nutritional profile, functional properties, and environmental sustainability. This review highlights the integration of seaweed and seaweed‐derived compounds into a wide range of confectioneries, including chocolates, puddings,
Mohammadi N, Ostovar N.
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Preparation and Chromatographic Analysis of Phlorotannins [PDF]
Journal of Chromatographic Science, 2013 In the 70s, reports began to appear of phenolic metabolites of brown algae with the characteristics of tannins; these compounds, initially termed phaeophyte tannins, marine algal polyphenols or polyphloroglucinols, are known as phlorotannins, the youngest group of plant polyphenolics.
José Hipólito Isaza, Martínez +1 more
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Fucaceae: A Source of Bioactive Phlorotannins [PDF]
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2017 Fucaceae is the most dominant algae family along the intertidal areas of the Northern Hemisphere shorelines, being part of human customs for centuries with applications as a food source either for humans or animals, in agriculture and as remedies in folk medicine.
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