Now in two volumes and containing more than seventy chapters, the second edition of Fruit and Vegetable Phytochemicals: Chemistry, Nutritional Value and Stability has been greatly revised and expanded. Written by hundreds of experts from across the world, the chapters cover diverse aspects of chemistry and biological functions, the influence of postharvest technologies, analysis methods and important phytochemicals in more than thirty fruits and vegetables. Providing readers with a comprehensive and cutting-edge description of the metabolism and molecular mechanisms associated with the beneficial effects of phytochemicals for human health, this is the perfect resource not only for students and teachers but also researchers, physicians and the public in general.
This important collection brings together information on the health-promoting properties of fruit and vegetables.
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The information in this book will help readers to better understand the health benefits of citrus fruits and products and their dietary applications.
This is an essential resource for academic researchers and industry professionals in the fields of horticulture, agriculture, crop science, human health and nutrition.
This book contains information on plant-based nutrients and phytochemicals in vegetable crops that are commonly consumed.
The Handbook of Plant Food Phytochemicals provides a comprehensive overview of the occurrence, significance and factors effecting phytochemicals in plant foods. A key of objective of the book is to critically evaluate these aspects.
This Special Issue gathers 14 original research papers to disseminate new data on phytochemicals from vegetables and fruits, which are recommended for their health-promoting properties.
Natural Antioxidants and Biocides from Wild Medicinal Plants. CABI (CAB International); 2013. p. ... Morphometric and phytochemical characterization of chaura fruits (Gaultheria pumila): a native Chilean berry with commercial potential.
Alnadif AM, Mirghani MES, Hussein I. Unconventional Oilseeds and Oil Sources London. Academic Press 2017; pp. 1-365. Garg VK, Nes WR. Occurrence of Δ5-sterols in plants producing predominantly Δ7-sterols: Studies on the sterol ...
Thus, this book not only informs the general public about the anticancer properties of fruits and vegetables but also provides a valuable reference for scientists and other professionals working in this area.