Probiotics and Prebiotics in Food, Nutrition and Health

ISBN-13: 9781466586239 / Angielski / Twarda / 2013 / 512 str.

Semih Otles

Opis

Presenting the work of international experts who discuss all aspects of probiotics and prebiotics, this volume reviews current scientific understanding and research being conducted in this area. The book examines the sources and production of probiotics and prebiotics. It explores their use in gastrointestinal disorders, infections, cancer prevention, allergies, asthma, and other disorders. It also discusses the use of these supplements in infant, elderly, and animal nutrition, and reviews regulations and safety issues.

Recenzje

"…an extremely informative volume that covers all of the important aspects of probiotics and prebiotics. Chapters are written by leading international experts, who provide well-referenced comprehensive reviews of current scientific concepts and research. It is therefore highly recommended to academic and industrial researchers and clinicians with interests in probiotics and prebiotics."
—John F. Kennedy and Charles J. Knill, Chembiotech Laboratories, in International Journal of Biological Macromolecules

Spis treści

General Introduction to Probiotics & Prebiotics. Part 1: Food Aspects. Part 2: Nutrition Aspects. Part 3: Health Aspects. Part 4: Safety Aspects.

O autorze

Semih Otles