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Volume 20, Issue 6
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Abstract

The family Delesseriaceae possesses enormous bioactive medicinal and pharmacological constituents that have calculable positive effects on various diseases in humans. The Delesseriaceae family contains approximately 25 different marine species that are found throughout coastal areas. This review aims to integrate global scientific literature, including seaweed studies in Mandapam, to provide a comprehensive understanding of species, encompassing taxonomy, ecology, and potential applications. Nitophyllum species contain bioactive components, especially polysaccharides and proteins. Deleseriaceae, a seaweed recognized for its nutritional richness, presents a potential resource for various therapeutic applications. However, it's important to note that the specific activities mentioned, such as insulin sensitization, lipid peroxidation inhibition, antimicrobial effects, and antioxidant properties, might not be well-documented or established in species such as , , , , , and . Further research is required to ascertain the exact bioactive compounds and potential health benefits associated with this seaweed species.

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Insights into the Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Potential of Deleserriaceae: A Comprehensive Review
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Keyword(s): bioactive compounds; Deleserriaceae; health benefits; nitophyllum species; seaweed; therapeutic potential

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