In the recent years, considerable research has been carried out evaluating natural substances as antioxidative additives in food products, leading to novel combinations of antioxidants and the development of novel food products. In addition to their antioxidative capacity, these natural additives have positive effects on the human body with documented health benefits. This valuable new book provides an overview of natural antioxidants, their sources, methods of extraction, regulatory aspects, and application techniques, specifically focusing on different foods of animal origin to improve...

The safety and efficacy of minimal food processing depends on the use of novel preservation technologies. This book first examines what is meant by minimally processed foods, including fresh-cut, cooked-chilled, and part-baked products. Next explored are the technologies or methods to produce quality products in terms of safety and nutrition, including: edible coating, natural preservatives (i.e., antimicrobial, flavour enhancer, anti-browning), advanced packaging (active, antimicrobial, and modified or controlled atmosphere), and selected non-thermal techniques (high pressure, pulsed...

Postharvest Disinfection of Fruits and Vegetables describes available technologies to reduce microbial infection for maintaining the postharvest quality and safety. The book analyzes alternative and traditional methodologies pointing out the significant advantages and limitations of each technique facilitating both cost and time savings. This reference is for anyone on the fresh produce industry involved in postharvest handling and management providing the need information on the latest disinfection approaches, low-cost treatment strategies, management and protocols to control fresh...