Enhanced Bioaccessibility of Crocetin Sugar Esters from Saffron in Infusions Rich in Natural Phenolic Antioxidants

Enhanced Bioaccessibility of Crocetin Sugar Esters from Saffron in Infusions Rich in Natural Phenolic Antioxidants

The present study aims to examine whether and to what extent the bioaccessibility of the major saffron apocarotenoids, namely crocetin sugar esters (CRTSEs), is affected by the presence of strong water-soluble antioxidants, ingredients of the herbs found in commercial tea blends with saffron. An in...

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Main Authors: Stella A. Ordoudi, Anastasia Kyriakoudi, Maria Z. Tsimidou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-09-01
Series:Molecules
Subjects:
crocetin sugar esters
saffron infusions
phenolic antioxidants
in vitro digestion
bioaccessibility
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/20/10/17760

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