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OverviewThe purpose of this book is to fulfill the need for accurate state-of-the art information and perspectives regarding the most recent studies on berries. Edible berries have been part of the human diet for thousands of years and today numerous studies suggest that their regular dietary consumption may be beneficial in decreasing the risk for chronic diseases and for age-related pathologies. Over the past ten years, the scientific literature on berries' characteristics and properties has rapidly matured from sporadic articles to a solid body of information. However, sometimes access to such data is not easy. The eleven chapters of the book cover different topics, from chemical composition and biological properties to marketing of the small edible fruits commonly defined as ""berries"". Special emphasis has been placed on bioactive constituents extracted from berries and their important biological activities. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Carlo TuberosoPublisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc Imprint: Nova Science Publishers Inc Dimensions: Width: 26.00cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 18.00cm Weight: 0.586kg ISBN: 9781614702573ISBN 10: 1614702578 Pages: 233 Publication Date: 17 April 2012 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Unknown Availability: Awaiting stock Table of ContentsPreface; Berries: bioactive constituents & their impact on human health; Resveratrol in berries: a review; Conjugated polysaccharides as potential health promoting compounds in berries & cherries; Blueberries: major phytochemicals & potential health effects in cardiovascular diseases; Flavour properties & chemistry of berries; European elderberry (Sambucus nigra L.) & American elderberry (Sambucus canadensis L.): botanical, chemical & health properties of flowers, berries & their productsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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