| Description |
1 online resource (504 pages). |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Description |
text file |
| Series |
Food science and technology
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Food science and technology series (Nova Science Publishers)
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| Note |
Includes index. |
| Summary |
This book examines the latest research in olive oil. Topics included in this book include biomedicinal activities of olive oil phenolic compounds, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, cardiovascular, endocrine, anticancer and central nervous system effects. Also, some insights related to bioavailability and synergistic activities are presented; a summary and critical analysis of the available information about phenolic compounds in VOO; the beneficial effects of phenolic compounds, contained in extra virgin olive oil, which have been reported in the last few years; an overview of different analytical approaches, including the most recent advances, and the difficulties regarding phenolic compounds determination in olive oil; olive oil wastes (OMW) characteristics, bio-valorization potentialities and treatment options with regard to the economic feasibility, environmental regulations and challenges of existing waste disposal practices in olive-growing countries are discussed; the health effects of olive oil, including for the liver; a summary of the knowledge of the in vitro and in vivo effects of oleocanthal comparing, where available; the determinant factors that affect Japan's olive oil imports; research on oleocanthal and its promising applications as a preventive and/or therapeutic agent for several diseases; and an examination of the organic olive oil sector, demonstrating it's importance in terms of wealth and economic impact. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Olive oil -- Analysis -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Olive oil -- Analysis. |
| Genre/Form |
Handbooks and manuals.
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| Subject |
Olive oil. |
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Olive oil -- Health aspects -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Phenols.
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Olive oil -- Health aspects. |
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Olive oil industry -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Olive oil industry. |
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Phenols. |
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Food Science. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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Handbooks and manuals.
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| Added Author |
Miloš, Jozef, editor.
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| ISBN |
9781536123579 (electronic book) |
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1536123579 (electronic book) |
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