Potential Anti-Atherosclerotic Properties of Astaxanthin
Astaxanthin is a naturally occurring red carotenoid pigment classified as a xanthophyll, found in microalgae and seafood such as salmon, trout, and shrimp. This review focuses on astaxanthin as a bioactive compound and outlines the evidence associated with its potential role in the prevention of ath...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2016-02-01
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| Series: | Marine Drugs |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/1660-3397/14/2/35 |