Unlocking the therapeutic potential of microalgal astaxanthin a super antioxidant in oral cancer and associated ailments

Emerging evidence highlights that algal carotenoids, especially astaxanthin, as potent allies in promoting oral well-being. These carotenoids are rich in microalgae and some selected seafoods. Astaxanthin a super carotenoid boasts robust antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties, of...

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Main Author: Ashokkumar Veeramuthu
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Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-06-01
Series:Oral Oncology Reports
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772906024001985
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description Emerging evidence highlights that algal carotenoids, especially astaxanthin, as potent allies in promoting oral well-being. These carotenoids are rich in microalgae and some selected seafoods. Astaxanthin a super carotenoid boasts robust antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties, offering hope in oral cancer management. It neutralizes harmful free radicals, shields against oxidative stress, and collaborates with the body's own antioxidants. These carotenoids directly target the oral cancer cells, triggering their programmed death, restraining proliferation, and hindering tumor advancement. In addition, carotenoids also enhances the effectiveness of traditional cancer treatments while minimizing their harm to healthy tissues. Studies show that astaxanthin exhibits promise in addressing periodontal ailments, oral mucositis, and potentially pre-cancerous conditions, showcasing its versatility in oral health care. Therefore, future research should aim at refining dosage strategies, investigating delivery mechanisms, and executing comprehensive clinical trials to validate its efficacy. Astaxanthin emerges as a game-changer in oral health, poised to enhance outcomes and alleviate suffering in oral diseases.
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spelling doaj-art-ec2e4249f21748c8a0c390f04957f1802025-01-09T06:15:55ZengElsevierOral Oncology Reports2772-90602024-06-0110100352Unlocking the therapeutic potential of microalgal astaxanthin a super antioxidant in oral cancer and associated ailmentsAshokkumar Veeramuthu0Center for Waste Management and Renewable Energy, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Saveetha University, Chennai, 600077, India; Department of Pharmacology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Saveetha University, Chennai, 600077, India; Center for Waste Management and Renewable Energy, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Saveetha University, Chennai, 600077, India.Emerging evidence highlights that algal carotenoids, especially astaxanthin, as potent allies in promoting oral well-being. These carotenoids are rich in microalgae and some selected seafoods. Astaxanthin a super carotenoid boasts robust antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties, offering hope in oral cancer management. It neutralizes harmful free radicals, shields against oxidative stress, and collaborates with the body's own antioxidants. These carotenoids directly target the oral cancer cells, triggering their programmed death, restraining proliferation, and hindering tumor advancement. In addition, carotenoids also enhances the effectiveness of traditional cancer treatments while minimizing their harm to healthy tissues. Studies show that astaxanthin exhibits promise in addressing periodontal ailments, oral mucositis, and potentially pre-cancerous conditions, showcasing its versatility in oral health care. Therefore, future research should aim at refining dosage strategies, investigating delivery mechanisms, and executing comprehensive clinical trials to validate its efficacy. Astaxanthin emerges as a game-changer in oral health, poised to enhance outcomes and alleviate suffering in oral diseases.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772906024001985AstaxanthinOral cancerAntioxidantAlgaeCancer therapy
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Unlocking the therapeutic potential of microalgal astaxanthin a super antioxidant in oral cancer and associated ailments
Oral Oncology Reports
Astaxanthin
Oral cancer
Antioxidant
Algae
Cancer therapy
title Unlocking the therapeutic potential of microalgal astaxanthin a super antioxidant in oral cancer and associated ailments
title_full Unlocking the therapeutic potential of microalgal astaxanthin a super antioxidant in oral cancer and associated ailments
title_fullStr Unlocking the therapeutic potential of microalgal astaxanthin a super antioxidant in oral cancer and associated ailments
title_full_unstemmed Unlocking the therapeutic potential of microalgal astaxanthin a super antioxidant in oral cancer and associated ailments
title_short Unlocking the therapeutic potential of microalgal astaxanthin a super antioxidant in oral cancer and associated ailments
title_sort unlocking the therapeutic potential of microalgal astaxanthin a super antioxidant in oral cancer and associated ailments
topic Astaxanthin
Oral cancer
Antioxidant
Algae
Cancer therapy
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