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Bioactive/nutraceutical compounds in fruit that optimize human health benefits

Code: 9781838798529
Publication date: 29/06/2019
Extent: 38 pages

Contributions by: Federica Blando and Miriana Durante, Institute of Sciences of Food Production (ISPA), Italy; and B. Dave Oomah, formerly Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre, Canada

Chapter synopsis: In the past decade, numerous reports demonstrate that high consumption of fruits and vegetables is beneficial for health, being associated with a reduced risk of degenerative diseases. This chapter provides a brief description of the chemistry of bioactive compounds (BCs) and their presence in temperate fruits, and discusses recent advances in strategies towards improving sustainable crop production for nutraceuticals. The chapter examines polyphenols, carotenoids, vitamin C and production practices that influence bioactive compound synthesis. Finally, the chapter looks ahead to future research trends in this area.

DOI: 10.19103/AS.2018.0040.14
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Table of contents 1 Introduction 2 Polyphenols 3 Carotenoids 4 Vitamin C 5 Production practices that influence bioactive compound synthesis 6 Future trends and conclusion 7 Where to look for further information 8 References

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