Abstract

The RP-HPLC with UV-VIS DAD detection was employed for the separation, identification, and quantification of lutein content in Marigold flower (Tagetes erecta L.) concentrates used for the production of food supplements. The concentrates commercially available in encapsulated (“granules” – 16 samples) and powder (18 samples) forms were analysed. Only 10 samples showed lutein levels complying with lutein contents declared by the manufacturers. Marigold extract in the encapsulated form proved to be more stable against oxidation than the extract in the powder form.

Details

Title
Lutein content in marigold flower (Tagetes erecta L.) concentrates used for production of food supplements
Author
Šivel, M; Kráčmar, S; B. Fišera M Klejdus; Kubáň, V
Pages
521-525
Section
Original Paper
Publication year
2014
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS)
ISSN
12121800
e-ISSN
18059317
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English; Czech; Slovak
ProQuest document ID
2507346409
Copyright
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