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Exploring the Potential of Microalgae as Food Supplements: A Comprehensive Review

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Title Exploring the Potential of Microalgae as Food Supplements: A Comprehensive Review
 
Creator Ankita
Rana, Anita
Smriti
Singh, Gagandeep
 
Subject Chlorella
Dietary supplement
Microalgae
Nutrients
Spirulina
 
Description 688-702
Microalgae, single-celled organisms rich in macro and micronutrients, emerge as promising dietary supplements for
diverse organisms, ranging from humans to aquatic life. This comprehensive review explores various microalgal species
suitable for food supplementation, detailing their nutritional compositions. Beyond dietary aspects, the review delves into
the industrial, commercial, and environmental applications of microalgae. Examining the impact of microalgal
supplementation on health parameters in different animal models reveals properties such as antioxidants, anti-diabetics, anticarcinogenics,
and immunomodulation, contributing to enhanced growth and productivity. Microalgae, with their nutrientrich
profiles, prove to be ideal dietary supplements, positively impacting the health, growth, and immunity of various
organisms. This article underscores the multifaceted potential of microalgae as versatile food supplements and advocates for
further exploration of their applications in sectors like food and industry.
 
Date 2024-06-07T09:22:24Z
2024-06-07T09:22:24Z
2024-06
 
Type Article
 
Identifier 0022-4456 (Print); 0975-1084 (Online)
http://nopr.niscpr.res.in/handle/123456789/64039
https://doi.org/10.56042/jsir.v83i6.9786
 
Language en
 
Publisher NIScPR-CSIR,India
 
Source JSIR Vol.83(6) [June 2024]