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Handbook of Phytonutrients in Indigenous Fruits and Vegetables (Hardcover)
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Handbook of Phytonutrients in Indigenous Fruits and Vegetables (Hardcover)
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The effects of inadequate diets on the population include
malnutrition, non-communicable diseases and obesity. "Hidden
hunger," also known as micronutrient deficiency, leads to various
health-related disorders and diseases. Indigenous plants, in the
form of indigenous fruits and leafy vegetables are gaining interest
as a source of nutrients and bioactive phytochemicals, satisfying
both food demand and health needs. Moreover, with the impact of
climate change, and the importance of sustainability of food
systems, it is essential that we investigate new, forgotten and
alternative crops that can thrive in harsh conditions, require low
fertilizer input, and are easily harvestable. This book contains
chapters on 33 understudied indigenous fruits and vegetables from
all around the world, including African nightshade, amaranth,
baobab fruit, Indian gooseberry, red bush apple, and snake melon.
Each chapter provides: An overview of plant botany An understanding
of the phytonutrient constituents and health-promoting properties
of bioactive compounds or metabolites Information on the biological
activity of the functional compounds that will improve productivity
and increase utilization of indigenous fruits and vegetables to
sustain food security Impacts of postharvest storage, processing,
and traditional food preparation methods Potential for new product
development This is an essential resource for academic researchers
and industry professionals in the fields of horticulture,
agriculture, crop science, human health and nutrition.
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