Functional Foods of the East

Fereidoon Shahidi editor Chi-Tang Ho editor John Shi editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Inc

Published:21st Oct '10

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Health and healing foods have a long history in the Asian cultures. Those of Eastern culture have long believed that food and medicine are from the same source and can treat illnesses and promote a healthier life. This volume covers certain traditional Asian functional foods, their history, functionality, health benefits, physiological properties, mechanisms of anti-cancer and anti-aging action. In addition, it covers processing technology, storage, material sources, marketing, social, and economical aspects. Expanding on geographical areas covered in previous works, the authors consider foods that originate from all over upper and lower Asian as well as the Middle East.

ISBN: 9781420071924

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 816g

504 pages