Nature’s Secret Weapon Against Microbes: Squid Skin

The video discusses the high demand for squid and the resulting waste from commercial fisheries. It highlights the potential of a pigment found in squid skin, xanthommatin, which has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. The pigment, used by squid to change color, could help fight disease-causing microbes. A 2019 study showed its effectiveness against bacteria and fungi. The video suggests that utilizing this waste could benefit both the environment and human health, though further research is needed.

How effective was the pigment from jumbo squid skin in stopping salmonella bacteria from growing?

What potential benefits could arise from reducing waste in commercial fishing according to the study?