Burleigh Dodds Series in Agricultural Science 116 - Understa ...

Dr Ricardo Alfredo Kluge

• 30 augustus 2022
• 9781786768520

Samenvatting:

• Provides a comprehensive overview of the wealth of research on analysing, understanding and optimising the nutraceutical properties of fruit and vegetables, focussing primarily on phytochemicals/phytochemical compounds
• Reviews the current research on mechanisms of action and the potential role of key phytochemical compounds, such as antioxidants and flavonoids, in preventing the onset of chronic diseases
• Explores current advances in understanding and improving the nutraceutical properties of key horticultural crops, including apples, cranberries, broccoli and other brassicas