Microalgae Encapsulation Systems for Food, Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics Applications.

ABSTRACT: Microalgae are microorganisms with a singular biochemical composition, including several biologically active compounds with proven pharmacological activities, such as anticancer, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, among others. These properties make microalgae an interesting natural resource to be used as a functional ingredient, as well as in the prevention and treatment of diseases, or cosmetic formulations. Nevertheless, natural bioactives often possess inherent chemical instability and/or poor solubility, which are usually associated with low bioavailability. As such, their industrial potential as a health-promoting substance might be severely compromised. In this context, encapsulation systems are considered as a promising and emerging strategy to overcome these shortcoming

SUBMITTER: Vieira MV 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7765346 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature