Linoleic Acid - Sources, Antioxidant Properties & Health Benefits (Hardcover)

This book contains information on the latest research on linoleic acid composition, in a wide range of dietary sources, as well as advancements in food technology to ensure better nutritional quality of LA. Biochemists, nutritionists, dieticians, food industry technologists, clinicians, and allied health professionals will find the information in this book essential and immensely valuable. Topics discussed include: natural sources of linoleic acids (LA); variations in the LA content of plant and animal products; extraction methods for LA; plant adaptation in the polar region and its effect on LA composition in agricultural animals; the effect of geographical variation on consumer preferences for olive oil types; the influence of plant lipids on the LA composition of animal fat; the oxidation kinetics of LA; the potential benefits of LA isomers in treatment of obesity, ischemic stroke and atopic dermatitis; and the possible mechanisms linking LA with the development of various types of cancers.

General

Imprint:	nova science publishers
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	2013
First published:	September 2012
Editors:	Igho Onakpoya
Dimensions:	255 x 180 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	192
ISBN-13:	978-1-62257-384-4
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Biochemistry > Proteins Books > Medicine > General issues > Public health & preventive medicine > Personal & public health > Dietetics & nutrition Promotions
LSN:	1-62257-384-6
Barcode:	9781622573844

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