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To review the historical and current applications of microalgal and cyanobacterial species as nutrient-dense human foods, dietary supplements, and sources of specialized chemicals.

January 1, 1991Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition

Microalgae as food and supplement

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RKRobert KayOregon National Primate Research Center LBLarry L. BartonUniversity of New Mexico

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Narrative review reveals the high nutritional value of microalgae and cyanobacteria in human diets, indicating their potential as therapeutic foods and functional supplements.

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To review the historical and current applications of microalgal and cyanobacterial species as nutrient-dense human foods, dietary supplements, and sources of specialized chemicals.
Reviewed historical and contemporary nutritional literature concerning microalgal taxa (Chlorella, Dunaliella, Scenedesmus) and cyanobacteria (Spirulina, Aphanizomenon flos-aquae).
Identified substantial concentrations of proteins, lipids, essential vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll, and carotenoids across examined microalgae and cyanobacteria.
Identified unique bioactive pigments and potential probiotic compounds capable of enhancing systemic human health.

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Kay et al. (1991) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a7c9d2ecc6f1443deba5e2a https://doi.org/10.1080/10408399109527556

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Narrative review reveals the high nutritional value of microalgae and cyanobacteria in human diets, indicating their potential as therapeutic foods and functional supplements.

Microalgae as food and supplement

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Microalgae as food and supplement

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