Phytochemicals: A Global Perspective of Their Role in Nutrition and Health (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9789535102960)

Phytochemicals are biologically active compounds present in plants used for food and medicine. A great deal of interest has been generated recently in the isolation, characterization and biological activity of these phytochemicals. This book is in response to the need for more current and global scope of phytochemicals. It contains chapters written by internationally recognized authors. The topics covered in the book range from their occurrence, chemical and physical characteristics, analytical procedures, biological activity, safety and industrial applications. The book has been planned to meet the needs of the researchers, health professionals, government regulatory agencies and industries. This book will serve as a standard reference book in this important and fast growing area of phytochemicals, human nutrition and health.

Author: Venketeshwer Rao
ISBN-10: 9535102966
ISBN-13: 9789535102960
Publisher: Intechopen
Language: English
Published: 03/21/2012
Pages: 552
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.36lbs
Size: 9.61h x 6.69w x 1.19d