Carotenoids

Many non-human animal species use colour to signal dominance, condition or reproductive status. These signals have not previously been noted in humans. This thesis investigates the effects of skin colouration and pigmentation on the apparent health of human faces. Section 2 show…

Carotenoids are fat-soluble pigments found in fruits and vegetables which may have antioxidant and other anti-carcinogenic properties in humans. Usual carotenoid intakes are difficult to measure because of their high day-to-day variation and the lack of accurate and complete foo…