Micellarized
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Converted into micelles not-comparable
"The hydrophobic lutein and zeaxanthin carotenoids are absorbed into the small intestine in micellarized forms, and their bioavailability is affected by many factors such as gut health, genotype, and dietary lipid components taken in combination with these carotenoids."
Example
More examples"The hydrophobic lutein and zeaxanthin carotenoids are absorbed into the small intestine in micellarized forms, and their bioavailability is affected by many factors such as gut health, genotype, and dietary lipid components taken in combination with these carotenoids."
Etymology
From micellar + -ize + -ed.
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