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The present invention concerns methods of obtaining stable lutein and its derivatives. Additionally, the invention concerns various compositions comprising lutein, lutein esters, tetrahydrocurcuminoids, and carnosic acid.

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The present invention concerns methods of obtaining stable lutein and its derivatives. Additionally, the invention concerns various compositions comprising lutein, lutein esters, tetrahydrocurcuminoids, and carnosic acid. is," Cancer and Metastasis, 17:25-37, 1998. Frank and Pahl, "Nutraceuticals-F

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