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Probiotics and Prebiotics in Food, Nutrition and Health

Semih Otles editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Inc

Published:9th Dec '13

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Presenting the work of international experts who discuss all aspects of probiotics and prebiotics, this volume reviews current scientific understanding and research being conducted in this area. The book examines the sources and production of probiotics and prebiotics. It explores their use in gastrointestinal disorders, infections, cancer prevention, allergies, asthma, and other disorders. It also discusses the use of these supplements in infant, elderly, and animal nutrition, and reviews regulations and safety issues.

"…an extremely informative volume that covers all of the important aspects of probiotics and prebiotics. Chapters are written by leading international experts, who provide well-referenced comprehensive reviews of current scientific concepts and research. It is therefore highly recommended to academic and industrial researchers and clinicians with interests in probiotics and prebiotics."
—John F. Kennedy and Charles J. Knill, Chembiotech Laboratories, in International Journal of Biological Macromolecules

ISBN: 9781466586239

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 816g

512 pages