Article
Spectroscopy
V. S. Novikov, V. V. Kuzmin, S. M. Kuznetsov, M. E. Darvin, J. Lademann, E. A. Sagitova, L. Yu Ustynyuk, K. A. Prokhorov, G. Yu Nikolaeva
Summary: The study demonstrated that the positions and intensities of C-C and C=C stretching bands in Raman spectra depend on the length of the polyene chain and type of isomer. Experimental Raman spectra of beta-carotene powder matched well with DFT simulations for the all-trans form. Additionally, the presence of conjugated double bonds in a polyene structure leads to shifts in peak positions towards lower wavenumbers with increased intensities.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Vivien W. Fam, Prae Charoenwoodhipong, Raja K. Sivamani, Roberta R. Holt, Carl L. Keen, Robert M. Hackman
Summary: Plant-based foods are rich in bioactive compounds that are beneficial for skin health, such as vitamin C and polyphenols. Studies have shown a positive correlation between higher intake of certain fruits and vegetables and skin health. While plant-based dietary interventions show promise in promoting skin health, further research is needed to address issues such as intake quantity, quality, and mechanisms of action.
JOURNAL OF THE ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Matthew P. Madore, Jeong-Eun Hwang, Jin-Young Park, Seoeun Ahn, Hyojee Joung, Ock K. Chun
Summary: Despite evidence of the health benefits of consuming fruits and vegetables, many adults in the United States do not meet recommended intake levels. To address this, an accurate and convenient method for estimating dietary intake of fruits and vegetables is needed. Skin carotenoid levels measured by spectroscopy-based devices have shown promise as a proxy for fruit and vegetable intake, but there are factors that may affect these levels independently of actual intake.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Xingkang He, Xin Yin, Xin Chen, Xiaoli Chen
Summary: This study evaluated the relationship between dietary carotenoid intake and S-Klotho plasma levels in older adults. The results showed a positive association between total carotenoid intake and S-Klotho levels, especially for alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, and lutein with zeaxanthin.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Stefania Marzocco, Rajeev K. Singla, Anna Capasso
Summary: Lycopene, a pigment belonging to the group of carotenoids, is a powerful antioxidant that protects human health by inhibiting cancer cell proliferation, delaying cell cycle progression, and reducing cell transformation. Its beneficial properties are demonstrated through various molecular and cellular mechanisms in recent scientific studies.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Darel Wee Kiat Toh, Wen Wei Loh, Clarinda Nataria Sutanto, Yuanhang Yao, Jung Eun Kim
Summary: Skin carotenoid status (SCS) measured by resonance Raman spectroscopy (RRS) and plasma carotenoids can serve as biomarkers for dietary carotenoid and fruit and vegetable (FV) intake in middle-aged and older Singaporeans, taking into account potential confounders like socio-demographics and nutritional factors.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Kerstin H. Gehlich, Georges Koch, Wolfgang Koecher, Martina C. Meinke, Bernhard Lange-Asschenfeldt, Juergen Lademann
Summary: Antioxidants play a vital role in defending against aging and chronic disease. The concentration of cutaneous carotenoids in the skin serves as a biomarker for antioxidant intake, and biofeedback can effectively improve cutaneous carotenoid levels. A study involving 44 adults found that providing biofeedback measurements, along with additional fruit juice intake, led to increased carotenoid levels over time. Therefore, biofeedback may offer a cost-effective method for monitoring and improving individual antioxidant status.
JOURNAL OF BIOPHOTONICS
(2023)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Stephanie B. Jilcott Pitts, Nevin S. Johnson, Qiang Wu, Gina C. Firnhaber, Archana Preet Kaur, Justice Obasohan
Summary: In this meta-analysis of 15 studies, a positive and statistically significant correlation was found between RRS-assessed skin carotenoids and plasma/serum carotenoids. The results indicated similar correlations in adults and children, with an overall correlation of 0.68 and 0.66, respectively.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mohammadhadi Heidari Baladehi, Maryam Hekmatara, Yuehui He, Yogendra Bhaskar, Zengbin Wang, Lu Liu, Yuetong Ji, Jian Xu
Summary: The study established a database of single-cell Raman spectra that can accurately classify different species and states, accelerating the research and development of microalgae and their products.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Akira Obana, Ryo Asaoka, Yuji Takayanagi, Yuko Gohto
Summary: The Veggie Meter (VM) has two modes, single-scan and averaging, which were tested on 92 healthy volunteers. Both modes showed high intra-class correlation coefficients (ICC); however, the averaging mode had lower coefficient of variance. Bland-Altman analysis revealed systematic errors between VM-1 and other three VMs. By using linear regression compensation, the error between VM-1 and the other three VMs in the averaging mode could be reduced, and the averaging mode showed higher accuracy than the single-scan mode. The reliability of the VMs was confirmed by low coefficient of variation and high ICC.
JOURNAL OF BIOPHOTONICS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sonam Dwivedi, Iffat Zareen Ahmad
Summary: The current study investigates the effects of artificial UV-B radiation on the growth, proteins, pigments, and antioxidant enzymes in cyanobacterial strains. The results show increased production of phycocyanin and carotenoids under UV-B exposure in certain strains. Additionally, UV-B radiation affects the levels of non-enzymatic antioxidants and the expression of enzymatic enzymes. The study highlights the prominent antioxidant and radical scavenging properties of cyanobacteria in defense against UV-B induced cell damage.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sergio Davinelli, Sawan Ali, Vincenzo Solfrizzi, Giovanni Scapagnini, Graziamaria Corbi
Summary: Recent evidence suggests that diet can modify the risk of future cognitive impairment and dementia. Carotenoid interventions have shown significant effects on cognitive outcomes and may help reduce the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Monika Michalak
Summary: This review focuses on the importance of plant compounds in skin care, particularly the role of plant compounds as antioxidants in protecting skin health and combating harmful factors such as UV radiation and free radicals.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Nikunj Naliyadhara, Aviral Kumar, Shailendra Kumar Gangwar, Thulsidharan Nair Devanarayanan, Mangala Hegde, Mohammed S. Alqahtani, Mohamed Abbas, Gautam Sethi, Ajaikumar Kunnumakara
Summary: The human gastrointestinal tract contains a diverse range of microbial species, which play a role in regulating gut barrier homeostasis, immune system stimulation, and neurological health benefits through the gut-brain axis. Dietary changes can significantly affect the gut microbial population, and positive changes can be made by changing dietary style. Dietary antioxidants, such as those found in food, have been found to have a positive impact on gut microbial populations, which can help alleviate gut microbial dysbiosis and contribute to the development of gut microbe-targeting therapeutics for various diseases. This review discusses the health benefits of major dietary antioxidant groups, and the interaction between gut microbiota and these antioxidants through pre-clinical and human dietary interventions.
JOURNAL OF FUNCTIONAL FOODS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
A. O. Abidoye, F. O. Ojedokun, B. M. Fasogbon, O. P. Bamidele
Summary: Consumers are seeking greater functionality from food and beverage products, with polyphenols from roselle calyces and sweet basil leaves potentially providing therapeutic or preventive effects against chronic and infectious diseases. Analysis of roselle-basil drink samples showed that adding sweet basil leaves slightly decreased vitamin C and lycopene content but increased total carotenoid and antioxidant activities. Samples stored at higher temperature exhibited higher antioxidant activities, indicating that roselle-basil drink with added sweet basil leaves may serve as a health drink.
