micellarized

English

Etymology

From micellar +‎ -ize +‎ -ed.

Adjective

micellarized (not comparable)

1. Converted into micelles
   • 2015 October 10, “Changes in Macular Pigment Optical Density and Serum Lutein Concentration in Japanese Subjects Taking Two Different Lutein Supplements”, in PLOS ONE‎^[1], →DOI:

     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.