phytofluene
Phytofluene is a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment found in a variety of plant foods. It is colorless or pale yellow and belongs to the larger family of carotenoids, a class of isoprenoid compounds. In the carotenoid biosynthetic pathway, phytofluene is an intermediate formed from phytoene during the desaturation steps and can be further converted to downstream carotenoids such as zeta-carotene, lycopene, and beta-carotene.
Phytofluene occurs in many fruits and vegetables, often alongside other carotenoids such as lycopene, beta-carotene, and
Because phytofluene is not highly colored, it is typically quantified using laboratory techniques such as high-performance
In human nutrition, carotenoids are studied for antioxidant properties and potential health benefits. Specific evidence for