Global Perspectives on Astaxanthin: From Industrial Production to Food, Health, and Pharmaceutical Applications

byGokare A. Ravishankar(Editor), Ranga Rao Ambati(Editor) Global Perspectives on Astaxanthin: From Industrial Production to Food, Health, and Pharmaceutical Applications explores the range of practical applications for this molecule, focusing on nutraceutical, pharmaceutical and cosmeceutical products, along with food and feed. This volume brings together the most relevant research, background and future thinking on astaxanthin, focusing on its health benefits. Chapters cover phytopharmaceuticals, industrial production, feeds, downstream processing, regulations, products, color, pigment, cosmetics, bioactive compounds, relationships to other carotenoids, and skin care. The detailed information on its production, processing, utilization and future applications will be of particular use to academic and industry researchers in pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology and nutrition. Product Details Publisher:Academic Press; 1st edition (April 23, 2021) Language:English Paperback:824 pages ISBN-10:0128233044 ISBN-13:978-0128233047 ISBN-13:9780128233047 eText ISBN: 9780128233054 Item Weight:15.8 ounces Dimensions:7.5 x 9.25 inches