Edible Oilseeds Research - Updates and Prospects (Food Science and Nutrition) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0850144892 ISBN 13: 9780850144895

Verlag: IntechOpen, 2024

Inhaltsangabe

Plant-based edible oils rank second only to carbohydrates as an important source of calories in the human diet and are primarily derived from edible oilseeds. These oilseeds are rich in essential fatty acids, high-quality protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They also contain important phytochemicals including sterols, polyphenols, tocopherols, and carotenoids, making the oils they produce critical for metabolic functions, human health benefits, and addressing malnutrition and undernutrition. The global cultivation of edible oilseed crops has seen a significant rise. However, various biotic and abiotic stresses, poor agronomic practices, and extreme climate conditions, either in isolation or combination, negatively affect plant health, thus limiting both the quantity and quality of oilseed productivity. Edible Oilseeds Research - Updates and Prospects provides a comprehensive exploration of the origins, botanical characteristics, challenges, and recent advancements associated with major herbaceous edible oilseed-bearing plants. It offers historical insights into edible oilseeds, highlights recent advancements and future directions, and provides an overview of the important bioactive dietary compounds (including tocopherols and tocotrienols) present in common oilseeds. This volume also discusses key approaches to improving the health and productivity of oil palm and presents critical insights into the applications and achievements of CRISPR-Cas9 technology in oilseed research. This book serves as a valuable resource for plant biologists engaged in teaching and research, offering detailed knowledge on various aspects of important edible oilseeds.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: IntechOpen
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2024
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0850144892
• ISBN 13: 9780850144895
• Einband: Tapa dura
• Anzahl der Seiten: 156
• Herausgeber: Anjum Naser A., Masood Asim, Umar Shahid, Khan Nafees A.
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
• Verantwortliche Person: Nicht verfügbar