Category Archives: Beta Carotene

Lipid Peroxidation and Depression

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Lipid peroxidation is a process by which oxygen is able to cause damage to the fatty acids in cell membranes through the generation of free radicals. This damage can alter the membrane characteristics and lead to dysfunctional cells that can … Continue reading →

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Do Antioxidants Play A Role in the Treatment of Depression and Anxiety?

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Both depression and generalised anxiety disorder are a form of chronic stress. In this regard, the biochemical changes to the brain and other tissues as a direct result of the anxiety or depression can have a significant impact on the … Continue reading →

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Top 3 Nutrients for Sun Protection

Posted on February 17, 2018 by Robert Barrington
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Antioxidants in Spirulina

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Robert Barrington
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Carotenoids as Antioxidants in Humans

Posted on June 25, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Carotenoids and Xanthophylls

Posted on June 17, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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How To Enhance Carotenoid Absorption

Posted on March 24, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Carotenoids are phytochemicals found in high concentrations in photosynthetic organisms. Here the role of carotenoids is to aid photosynthesis by acting as light harvesting elements during time of low light exposure. In addition, carotenoids may act as antioxidants through the … Continue reading →

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Do Carotenoids Protect From Breast Cancer?

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Robert Barrington

There is increasing evidence in the nutritional literature that intakes of fruits and vegetables are beneficial to the health. Part of the reason for these health effects is thought to derive from the presence of a range of phytochemical nutrients … Continue reading →

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Spirulina Antioxidants

Posted on November 9, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Spirulina maxima and Spirulina platensis belong to a group of filamentous photosynthetic cyanobacteria that can be found growing naturally in freshwater lakes of Asia, Africa and South America. Spirulina has traditionally been harvested, dried and used as a source of … Continue reading →

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Carotenoid and Xanthophyll Absorption From Spinach

Posted on July 20, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Spinach is a good source of carotenoids and their oxidised products, the xanthophylls. Carotenoids and xanthophylls act as antioxidants in plants, and in this role can protect the plant tissues from the oxidative stress that results from excessive sun exposure. … Continue reading →

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