Berries and Berry Bioactive Compounds in Promoting Health (Food Chemistry, Function and Analysis, Volume 33) (Original Publisher)
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Harness the science behind nature’s most potent superfoods with Berries and Berry Bioactive Compounds in Promoting Health. Published by the Royal Society of Chemistry in 2022, this comprehensive reference explores the chemical, nutritional, and therapeutic roles of berries and their bioactive components, making it an essential read for food scientists, nutrition researchers, and health professionals.
Description
Volume 33 of the Food Chemistry, Function and Analysis series, Berries and Berry Bioactive Compounds in Promoting Health, delves into the fascinating world of berries—from their rich phytochemical content to their role in disease prevention and therapeutic nutrition. Backed by the latest research, this 2022 edition provides in-depth analysis of the bioactive compounds found in berries, including flavonoids, anthocyanins, polyphenols, and vitamins, and their mechanisms of action in promoting human health.
Targeted toward academic researchers, graduate students, clinical nutritionists, and professionals in the food and health industries, this authoritative volume bridges food chemistry with biomedical science. It offers a scientific foundation for the development of functional foods and nutraceuticals based on berry-derived compounds.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of berry bioactives and their chemical structures
- Focus on antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, neuroprotective, and anticancer properties
- Insights into berry consumption and chronic disease prevention
- Discussion on extraction methods, stability, and bioavailability of berry compounds
- Contributions from global experts in food chemistry, phytochemistry, and nutritional science
Includes Core Chapters on:
- Chemical composition of berries and bioactive phytochemicals
- Biological effects of berry compounds on inflammation, oxidative stress, and metabolic health
- Application of berries in functional food and dietary supplement development
- Emerging research on the gut microbiota-modulating effects of berry polyphenols
About the Authors:
This volume is authored and edited by leading scientists in food chemistry, nutrition, and plant biology. Their combined expertise offers a multidisciplinary perspective on the health-promoting potential of berries backed by robust scientific evidence.
Format & Technical Details:
- File Format: PDF
- File Size: Approx. 9 MB
- Language: English
- Device Compatibility: Fully compatible with Kindle, iOS, Android, desktop computers, and major e-readers
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is this book applicable for product development in the food or supplement industry?
Yes. The book provides a strong scientific foundation for professionals involved in the formulation of functional foods, dietary supplements, and nutraceuticals using berry-derived compounds.
Q2: Does the book include clinical or human studies on berry consumption?
Yes. The volume includes referenced studies and summaries of clinical research that highlight the physiological effects of berry consumption on human health.
Additional information
| Publisher |
Royal Society of Chemistry |
|---|---|
| Published Year |
2022 |
| Language |
English |
| ISBN |
978-1839162169 |
| File Size |
6.1 MB |
| Edition |
1 |
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