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Monascus pigments.

Yanli Feng1, Yanchun Shao, Fusheng Chen

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Monascus pigments (MPs) are natural food colorants with diverse biological activities. This review comprehensively covers their categories, biosynthesis, production, properties, detection, functions, and molecular biology.

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Area of Science:

  • Food Science
  • Biochemistry
  • Natural Products Chemistry

Background:

  • Monascus pigments (MPs) are widely used natural food colorants, particularly in East Asia.
  • MPs exhibit various biological activities, including anti-mutagenic, anticancer, antimicrobial, and anti-obesity properties.
  • Despite extensive research, no comprehensive review specifically on Monascus pigments has been published.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of Monascus pigments (MPs).
  • To consolidate information on MP categories, structures, biosynthesis, production, properties, detection, functions, and molecular biology.
  • To serve as a foundational resource for researchers and industry professionals.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific publications on Monascus pigments.
  • Synthesis of information regarding the chemical and biological aspects of MPs.
  • Analysis of current research trends and knowledge gaps.

Main Results:

  • Over 50 Monascus pigments have been identified and studied.
  • Detailed information on the biosynthetic pathways and production methods of MPs is available.
  • MPs demonstrate significant potential in food coloration and therapeutic applications.

Conclusions:

  • Monascus pigments are versatile natural compounds with significant industrial and health potential.
  • Further research into MP molecular biology and applications is warranted.
  • This review provides a consolidated overview of the current state of Monascus pigment research.