Healthcare Using Marine Organisms
March 2018
in “
CRC Press eBooks
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TLDR Marine organisms can improve health and prevent diseases through their use in foods and medical products.
The book "Healthcare Using Marine Organisms" explored the relationship between food and health, emphasizing the potential of marine-derived materials in healthcare. It included 26 chapters covering various topics such as the anti-cancer, anti-aging, and antioxidant properties of chitin and chitosan, their applications in artificial skin and disease prevention, and the benefits of marine algae for treating conditions like diabetes, asthma, and hair loss. The book also discussed the use of fisheries products for managing obesity, osteoporosis, sexual dysfunction, and sleep disorders, as well as the anti-aging effects of fish, the nutritional value of shellfish, and the development of cosmeceuticals from marine organisms.