Marine Health-Promoting Compounds: Recent Trends for Their Characterization and Human Applications

December 2021 in “ Foods ”

Eva Quitério, Cristina Soares, Ricardo Ferraz, Cristina Delerue‐Matos, Clara Grosso

E. cava hair-shaft growth polysaccharides proteins lipids phenolic compounds carotenoids phytosterols tocopherols antioxidant anti-inflammatory anticancer antiviral antimicrobial nanoencapsulation seaweed extracts

Studysummary This study explores the potential of seaweeds as a source of bioactive compounds for food, cosmetics, and medical applications, while highlighting concerns about toxic element accumulation and suggesting purification and nanoencapsulation techniques to enhance safety and stability.

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