Bioactive Compounds in Underutilized Vegetables and Legumes

Murthy, Hosakatte Niranjana; Paek, Kee Yoeup

This reference work provides a comprehensive overview of bioactive compounds found in underutilized vegetables and legumes around the globe. It describes their pharmacological, biological and health effects in detail, and provides a strategic framework for further research and global development activities.

Using a consistent structure and divided into 9 parts based on the plant source, the book reviews bioactive compounds in various plant species. Each part opens with a leading article discussing the respective plant species.

This book is a valuable reference resource for plant biologists and biotechnologists, pharmacologists, pharmacists, food technologists, nutritionists and other health professions working in academia and industry.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2021-07-20

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783030574147

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-57415-4

Dimensions: 235.0cm x155.0cm

Pages: 681.0