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plant phenolics and human health biochemistry nutrition and pharmacology
a collection of current knowledge of phytochemicals and health p interest in phenolic phytochemicals has increased as scientific studies indicate these compounds exhibit potential health benefits . with contributions from world leaders in this research area plant phenolics and human health biochemistry nutrition and pharmacology offers an essential survey of the current knowledge on the capacity of specific micronutrients present in ordinary diets to fight disease . p the coverage in this resource p explains the presence and biochemical properties of phenolics present in fruits and vegetables as well as in foods derived from their plant sources p provides biochemical explanations on how certain plant phenolics fight cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases cancer and other widespread pathologies p focuses on certain phenolics e.g. flavonoids stilbenes and curcuminoids and provides insights on the biochemical bases used to define their significance in the diet as well as their recommended consumption requirements and toxicity p appropriate for graduate and upper level undergraduate courses in human and animal nutrition basic nutritional biology physiology pharmacology and other health related disciplines plant phenolics and human health biochemistry nutrition and pharmacology serves as both an invaluable supplementary classroom text and a self teaching guide for professionals interested in defining the association between diet and health from classical alternative and complementary biomedical perspectives .