Cactus pear fruits have recently been the object of scientific research aimed at revealing bioactive components. This short review summarizes results obtained by our group. The two characteristic betalain pigments, betanin and indicaxanthin, appear promising molecules to be considered nutraceutical compounds.
LIVREA MA, FAZZARI M (2007). Functional foods and nutraceuticals: a way to improve health, prevent disease, and delay aging. The case of cactus pear.. In International cooperation in the Mediterranean basin (pp.10-14). PALERMO : Motris.
Functional foods and nutraceuticals: a way to improve health, prevent disease, and delay aging. The case of cactus pear.
LIVREA, Maria Antonia;FAZZARI, Marco
2007-01-01
Abstract
Cactus pear fruits have recently been the object of scientific research aimed at revealing bioactive components. This short review summarizes results obtained by our group. The two characteristic betalain pigments, betanin and indicaxanthin, appear promising molecules to be considered nutraceutical compounds.
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