This comprehensive volume is a review of the pivotal role of seaweeds in the blue bioeconomy. It begins by introducing the blue bioeconomy concept which encompasses the use of renewable biological marine resources to produce food, materials, and energy.
The book then continues to explore the applications of seaweeds. Chapters cover the biomedical applications (nutraceuticals), functional applications (functional ingredients, biofertilizers), and commercial applications (cosmeceuticals, animal feeds) of seaweeds. Each chapter is structured into sections to provide an easy to understand summary of respective topics, with detailed discussions that reveal the intricate nature of seaweeds. The book shares perspectives from experts in environmental science and biology, with references for advanced readers. The book is for anyone who wants to understand the role of seaweeds in the bioeconomy and for sustainable development.
Readership
Industrialists, policymakers, scientists, students and science readers.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 A Basic Introduction to Blue Bioeconomy
- Introduction
- Major Sectors of Blue Bioeconomy
- Marine Fisheries
- Aquaculture
- Marine Biotechnology and Bioprospecting
- Marine Renewable Energy-Biofuel
- Marine Tourism and Recreation
- Marine Mining and Mineral Resources
- Concluding Remarks
- References
Chapter 2 What is Seaweed? General Facts About Seaweeds
- Introduction
- Seaweeds
- Evolutionary and Ecological Facts About Seaweeds
- Nutritional and Bioactive Compounds in Seaweeds
- Polysaccharides
- Fatty Acids
- Vitamins, Minerals, and Enzymes
- Pigments and Phenolic Compounds
- Therapeutic Properties of Seaweeds
- Impacts on Non-Infectious Diseases
- Antimicrobial and Anti-Inflammatory Properties
- Impact on Weight Management
- Concluding Remarks
- References
Chapter 3 Potential Blue Bioresources to Develop Functional Foods
- Introduction
- Microalgae
- Nutritional and Bioactive Compounds in Microalgae
- Polysaccharides
- Proteins, Amino Acids, and Fatty Acids
- Minerals, Vitamins, and Enzymes
- Pigments and Phenolic Compounds
- Therapeutic Properties of Microalgae
- Antimicrobial Properties
- Anti-Inflammatory Properties
- Antioxidant Properties of Microalgae
- Other Health Benefits of Microalgae
- Marine Fungi and Bacteria
- Bioactive Compounds from Marine Fungi and Bacteria
- Therapeutic Properties of Marine Fungi and Bacteria
- Marine Invertebrates and Vertebrates
- Nutritional and Bioactive Compounds from Marine Invertebrates and Vertebrates
- Therapeutic Properties of Marine Invertebrates and Vertebrates
- Marine Plants
- Bioactive Compounds and Therapeutic Properties of Marine Plants
- Marine-Derived Functional Food Types
- Seaweeds Based on Food Products
- Proteins and Fatty Acids Based on Food Products
- Food Supplements and Food Additives
- Future Potentials of Functional Foods Derived from Marine
- Bioresources
- Concluding Remarks
- References
Chapter 4 Seaweed Metabolites as a Novel Source of Drugs to Treat Inflammatory Diseases
- Introduction
- Seaweeds as a Source of Bioactive Compounds
- Bioactive Compounds of Seaweeds With Anti-Inflammatory
- Properties
- Polysaccharides
- Fucoidan
- Ulvan
- Carrageenan
- Carotenoids
- Fatty Acids
- Phlorotannins
- Potential Mechanisms of Seaweed Bioactive Compounds To
- Mediate Anti-Inflammatory Activity
- Inhibition of Nuclear Factor Kappa B (Nf- Κb) and Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinase
- (Mapk) Activation
- Inhibition of Pro-Inflammatory Enzymes (Phospholipase A2 (Pla2), 5-Lipooxygenase (5-
- Lox), Cyclooxygenase-2 (Cox-2) and Inducible Nitric Oxide Synthase (Inos)
- Direct Scavenging of Radical Species
- Application of Seaweeds as Therapeutic Agents for Inflammatory
- Diseases
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Arthritis
- Diabetes
- Cancer
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Neurodegenerative Disease
- Asthma
- Concluding Remarks
- References
Chapter 5 Structure of Fucoidan and Isolation Techniques
- Introduction
- Structure of Fucoidan
- Fucoidan Backbone and Monosaccharide Composition
- Molecular Weight
- Sulfate Content and Its Position
- Sources Available for Fucoidan Isolation
- Isolation Techniques of Fucoidan
- Classical Extraction Methods
- Chromatographic Techniques
- Anion Exchange Chromatography
- Gel Permeation Chromatography and Desalination
- Methods for the Isolation of Fucoidan from Different Sources
- Novel Isolation Techniques
- Microwave Assistant Extraction (Mae)
- Ultrasound Assistant Extraction (Uae)
- Enzyme-Assisted Extraction
- Concluding Remarks
- Acknowledgements
- References
Chapter 6 Functional Proteins Isolated from Seaweeds
- Introduction
- The Uniqueness of Seaweed Protein
- Types of Proteins and Peptides Present in Seaweeds
- Glycoproteins and Lectins
- Phycobiliproteins
- Mycosporine-Like Amino Acids
- Peptides and Hydrolysates
- Health Benefits of Seaweed Proteins
- Antioxidant Activity
- Antimicrobial Activity
- Antihypertensive Activity
- Anti-Cancer Activity
- Antidiabetic Activity
- Anti-Inflammatory Activity
- Challenges and Future Perspectives
- Concluding Remarks
- References
Chapter 7 Seaweed as a Functional Food to Increase Digestive Tract Health
- Introduction
- The Potential of Seaweeds for the Development of Functional
- Foods
- Seaweeds to Enhance Human Nutrition and Digestive Tract Health
- Colorectal Cancer Risk Reduction
- Enhance the Action of Probiotics
- Protection from Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
- Concluding Remarks
- References
Chapter 8 Antidiabetic Properties of Seaweeds and Future Potentials 137
- Introduction
- Therapeutic Targets of Diabetes Mellitus
- Antidiabetic Properties of Seaweeds
- Utilization of Seaweeds in Diabetes Management
- As Functional Foods
- As Dietary Supplements
- As Antidiabetic Pharmacological Targets
- Carbohydrate Hydrolyzing Enzyme Inhibitors (Α Amylase, Α Glucoside)
- Aldose Reductase Enzyme Inhibitors
- Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (Ace) Inhibitors
- Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 Inhibitors
- Protein Tyrosine Phosphatase 1B Inhibitors
- Suppression of Advanced Glycation
- Concluding Remarks
- References
Chapter 9 Anti-Cancer Properties of Pure Compounds Isolated From Seaweeds
- Introduction
- Seaweed-Derived Bioactive Constituents
- Anti-Cancer Potency of Seaweeds
- Concluding Remarks
- References
Chapter 10 Marine Seaweed Bioresources as Antiviral Agents Against RNA Viruses
- Introduction
- Identification of the Viral Infection Mechanism
- Infection Mechanism of Rna Viruses
- Seaweed-Derived Polysaccharides as Anti-Viral Agents
- Seaweed-Derive Polyphenolic Compounds as Anti-Viral Agents
- Concluding Remarks
- References
Chapter 11 Anti-Aging Properties of Seaweeds
- Introduction
- Aging Process
- Introduction to Aging
Author
- Kalu Kapuge Asanka Sanjeewa
- Thilina Uduwaka Jayawardena
- Kalahe Hewage Iresha Nadeeka Madushani Herath
- You-Jin Jeon
