astaxanthin

Noun

Meaning

astaxanthin (countable and uncountable, plural astaxanthins)

(organic chemistry) A xanthophyll pigment that occurs widely in plants and animals, especially crustaceans.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

lutein chlorophyll retinal retinol carotenoid food colouring xanthophyll lycopene beta-carotene zeaxanthin e161j

Examples

Astaxanthin, which provides pigmentation and vitality to animals, has been used in animal feed since decades. Source: Internet

My “tanned” complexion is red/orange from hemoglobin, carotenoids, and astaxanthin. Source: Internet

The dietary supplements segment is projected to be the fastest-growing application during the forecast period due to the increasing adoption of astaxanthin as a nutraceutical or dietary supplement owing to its potent antioxidant property. Source: Internet

Fujifilm formulated more smaller Nanoparticles of Astaxanthin and the effect became more powerful! Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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