Nutraceuticals xanthophylls

There are an abundance of colorful and multifunctional phy to chemicals or nutraceuticals such as carotenoids, xanthophylls, flavonoids, and anthocyanins in nature. These colorful phytochemicals are present in our daily intake of fruits and vegetables, and sometimes from shrimp and sea fish. Additionally, the colorful phytochemicals are also distributed in processed foods such as juices, jams, teas, wines, infusions and decoctions, extracts, and other... 

What is the major difference between carotenes and xanthophylls Investigate what kind of xanthophylls can be found in cereal grains and their nutraceutical properties. 

Lutein A xanthophyll or hydroxylated Uposoluble carotenoid (C40H56O2) found in cereal grains with proven antioxidant and nutraceutical properties. Lutein is one of the two carotenoids contained within the retina of the eye, spedficaUy associated with the macula. Therefore, it is used with zeaxanthin to prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD), especially in geriatric people. Lutein has... 

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