Bioprospecting of Natural Pigments in Human Health

Bioprospecting of Natural Pigments in Human Health by Siva Ramamoorthy and Thomas Efferth invites researchers, clinicians, and industry innovators into the vibrant world where color meets cure. This authoritative volume shines a light on nature’s palette—carotenoids, anthocyanins, betalains, chlorophylls, and phycobiliproteins—and how they can be responsibly sourced, characterized, and translated into health-promoting applications.

Explore cutting-edge bioprospecting strategies that combine ethnobotany, high-throughput screening, and modern analytical chemistry to discover pigments with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and anticancer potential. Case studies span diverse bioregions—from tropical rainforests to coastal algae beds—highlighting sustainable harvesting, biodiversity stewardship, and benefit-sharing frameworks that respect local communities and comply with international regulations.

Practical and evidence-based, the book demystifies extraction methods, stability optimization, formulation for nutraceuticals, functional foods, cosmetics, and therapeutic leads. It also addresses safety, bioavailability, and regulatory pathways, equipping product developers and policymakers with the knowledge to bring natural pigment-based solutions from field to market.

Whether you are a biochemist, pharmacologist, food scientist, or entrepreneur, this book translates complex science into actionable insight. Backed by rigorous research and global examples, it demonstrates how responsibly bioprospected pigments can support public health, sustainable economies, and innovation ecosystems across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas.

Unlock nature’s colorful pharmacopeia—add Bioprospecting of Natural Pigments in Human Health to your professional library and lead the next wave of natural-product innovation. Order now to begin transforming biodiversity into safe, effective health solutions.

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