Anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective evaluation of diverse microalgae extracts enriched in carotenoids

Microalgae represent one of the most promising sources bioactive compounds for pharmaceutical and food industries. Among these bioactives, carotenoids could be highlighted due to their health-promoting effects, including anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective or antioxidant properties. In this study, diverse microalgae extracts enriched in carotenoids, from Haematococcus pluvialis, Nannochloropsis oceanica, Tisochrysis lutea Porphyridium cruentum, were evaluated through a battery vitro assays an effort estimate potential against neurological disorders. Results indicated that exerted moderate selective cholinesterase inhibitory potential, as well high anti-inflammatory capacities, highlighting N. oceanica T. extracts. parallel, cytotoxicity tests evaluation capacity performed using different models. regard, extract showed highest inhibition pro-inflammatory cytokine release, indicating microalga agent.