Pressurized Hot Ethanol Extraction of Carotenoids from Carrot By-Products
Carotenoids are known for their antioxidant activity and health promoting effects. One of the richest sources of carotenoids are carrots. However, about 25% of the annual production is regarded as by-products due to strict market policies. The aim of this study was to extract carotenoids from those...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2012-02-01
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Series: | Molecules |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/17/2/1809/ |