Discusses functional and economical chemicals used in processing foods and on raw and agricultural products; classification and profiles of pathogens ingested in foods, beverages, and drinking water; the application of biotechnology in food processing and related areas; product …
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Abstract: A review of plant components possessing toxic properties provides information on toxicants which occur naturally in foods of plant origin. The nutritional significance, physicochemistry, distribution, physiological effects, and health hazards of natural toxic plant sub…
Abstract: Recent progress in the chemistry and nutrition of tropical foods are explored through 37 papers presented at an international conference. Among the foods discussed are papayas, prickly pears, grapefruits, sugarcane, rice, sorghum, yams, coconuts, peanuts, soybeans, avo…
An extensive revision of the 1985 first edition, this volume combines the biochemistry and functionality of all food components. It provides broad coverage and specific descriptions of selected, major foods, as well as such elements as biotechnology-engineered foods and food pat…
Plants are a major source of nutrition in our diet, and offer an array of health benefits, yet many Western diets are still over-reliant upon animal-based foods. Growing evidence suggests that this emphasis on foods of animal origin may be linked to increased incidences of cance…
Milk is nature's most complete food, and dairy products are considered to be the most nutritious foods of all. The traditional view of the role of milk has been greatly expanded in recent years beyond the horizon of nutritional subsistence of infants: it is now recognized to be…
Funded by DSU Title III 2007-2012.
In this global collaboration of essays, chefs and scientists advance culinary knowledge by testing hypotheses rooted in the physical and chemical properties of food. Using traditional and cutting-edge tools, ingredients, and techniques, these pioneers create, and sometimes revam…
Since infant formula substitutes for human milk, its composition must match that of human milk as closely as possible. Quality control of infant formula is also essential to ensure product safety, as infants are particularly vulnerable food consumers. This book reviews the lates…
A guideline on methods for analyzing foods, the organization and content of food composition tables and data bases, and procedures for the accurate international interchange of data. Focuses specifically on the issues involved in gathering, and estimating where necessary, the da…
Abstract: Fundamental reference information on enzymes and their functions in relation to food characteristcs is provided. Introductory material includes the basics of enzymology, commercial enzyme production, control of enzymes, and management of their action. Enzyme action is …
Addressing the rapidly advancing field of nutrition research, this title covers the diverse methodologies required for robust nutritional research to ensure thorough understanding of key concepts, both for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and for scientists work…
In this book, dietary surveys are critically assessed and their pitfalls are discussed. New data are presented that inform of the actual intake of macro- and micronutrients as well as on additives and contaminants.
This authoritative and comprehensive book offers nutrient data for over 1200 of the most commonly consumed foods in the UK. This new edition covers all food groups and includes revised, new and previously unpublished data.
As the links between health and food additives come under increasing scrutiny, there is a growing demand for food containing natural rather than synthetic additives and ingredients. Natural food additives, ingredients and flavourings reviews the legislative issues relating to na…
