Extraction and Synthesis of Typical Carotenoids: Lycopene, β-Carotene, and Astaxanthin

Extraction and Synthesis of Typical Carotenoids: Lycopene, β-Carotene, and Astaxanthin

Carotenoids are tetraterpene compounds acting as precursors to vitamin A, with functions that include protecting eyesight, enhancing immunity, promoting cell growth and differentiation, and providing antioxidative benefits. Lycopene, β-carotene, and astaxanthin are particularly critical for health a...

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Main Authors: Yuxuan Jiang, Jingyi Ye, Yadong Hu, Jian Zhang, Wenhui Li, Xinghu Zhou, Mingzhou Yu, Yiyang Yu, Jingwei Yang, Wenge Yang, Jinchi Jiang, Jie Cui, Yonghong Hu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-09-01
Series:Molecules
Subjects:
carotenoids
lycopene
β-carotene
astaxanthin
biosynthesis
extraction
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/29/19/4549

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