Carotenoids

• Other Authors: Cvetkovic, Dragan J. (Editor), Nikolic, Goran S. (Editor)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: IntechOpen 2017
• Subjects: Biochemistry; β-carotene, antioxidants, toxicity, cardiovascular disease, stress, microalgae
• Online Access: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

Carotenoids are one of the most widespread pigment groups distributed in nature; more than 700 natural carotenoids have been described so far. These pigments are known for versatile roles they play in living organisms; however, their most pivotal function is involvement in scavenging of reactive oxy...