Bioprospecting of Natural Pigments in Human Health offers an in-depth overview of the therapeutic value of naturally derived pigments. The book explores major pigment classes obtained from plants, algae, and microorganisms, organizing the content according to their applications in various diseases and health conditions. Chapters examine the anti-cancer, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, cardioprotective, and neuroprotective properties of these compounds. It also explains the molecular biology behind their effects, along with considerations of bioavailability and structural features.
This book is an excellent reference for academic researchers working in natural products pharmacology and is equally useful for those in food science and the nutraceutical industry.
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