Handbook of Prebiotics and Probiotics Ingredients

Handbook of Prebiotics and Probiotics Ingredients
Author: Susan Sungsoo Cho
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 454
Release: 2009-11-19
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1420062158

While there is little dispute that probiotics and prebiotics, alone and together, have been proven to promote gastrointestinal health and proper immune function, the challenge faced by researchers is finding not only the right combinations, but also finding those that are fully compatible with the formulation, processing, packaging, and distributio

Handbook of Prebiotics

Handbook of Prebiotics
Author: Glenn R. Gibson
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 506
Release: 2008-01-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0849381827

In order to achieve optimal digestion, absorption, and nutritional health, we must have appropriate populations of positive microflora. Prebiotics are functional foods that improve health by fortifying indigenous probiotics within the gut. This fast-growing area of nutrition and microbiology is rapidly amassing data and answering many questions abo

Handbook of Probiotics and Prebiotics

Handbook of Probiotics and Prebiotics
Author: Yuan Kun Lee
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 616
Release: 2009-02-17
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780470432617

Since the publication of the first edition in 1999, the science of probiotics and prebiotics has matured greatly and garnered more interest. The first handbook on the market, Handbook of Probiotics and Prebiotics: Second Edition updates the data in its predecessor, and it also includes material topics not previously discussed in the first edition, including methods protocols, cell line and animal models, and coverage of prebiotics. The editors supplement their expertise by bringing in international experts to contribute chapters. This second edition brings together the information needed for the successful development of a pro- or prebiotic product from laboratory to market.

Probiotics and Prebiotics in Food, Nutrition and Health

Probiotics and Prebiotics in Food, Nutrition and Health
Author: Semih Otles
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 514
Release: 2013-12-09
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1466586230

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.

Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Synbiotics

Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Synbiotics
Author: Ronald Ross Watson
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 940
Release: 2015-09-23
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128023716

Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Synbiotics: Bioactive Foods in Health Promotion reviews and presents new hypotheses and conclusions on the effects of different bioactive components of probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics to prevent disease and improve the health of various populations. Experts define and support the actions of bacteria; bacteria modified bioflavonoids and prebiotic fibrous materials and vegetable compounds. A major emphasis is placed on the health-promoting activities and bioactive components of probiotic bacteria. - Offers a novel focus on synbiotics, carefully designed prebiotics probiotics combinations to help design functional food and nutraceutical products - Discusses how prebiotics and probiotics are complementary and can be incorporated into food products and used as alternative medicines - Defines the variety of applications of probiotics in health and disease resistance and provides key insights into how gut flora are modified by specific food materials - Includes valuable information on how prebiotics are important sources of micro-and macronutrients that modify body functions

Probiotics and Prebiotics in Animal Health and Food Safety

Probiotics and Prebiotics in Animal Health and Food Safety
Author: Diana Di Gioia
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2018-02-27
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3319719505

This book discusses the role of probiotics and prebiotics in maintaining the health status of a broad range of animal groups used for food production. It also highlights the use of beneficial microorganisms as protective agents in animal derived foods. The book provides essential information on the characterization and definition of probiotics on the basis of recently released guidelines and reflecting the latest trends in bacterial taxonomy. Last but not least, it discusses the concept of “dead” probiotics and their benefits to animal health in detail. The book will benefit all professors, students, researchers and practitioners in academia and industry whose work involves biotechnology, veterinary sciences or food production.

Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics

Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics
Author: Parmjit Singh Panesar
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 500
Release: 2022-01-11
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1119701236

In Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics: Technological Advancements Towards Safety and Industrial Applications, a team of distinguished researchers delivers an insightful exploration of various aspects of functional foods. The book includes information about critical facets of the production of these beneficial compounds, recent technological developments in the field, and their present and future commercial potential. The authors describe their mechanisms of action and their applications in several sectors. Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics is divided into five parts. A general introduction about these substances begins the book and is followed by discussions of common probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics. Finally, a treatment of safety issues and regulatory claims, as well as their market potential, rounds out the resource. Perfect for researchers, industry practitioners, and students working in or studying food processing and food microbiology, Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics is also an invaluable resource for professionals working in the field of food biotechnology.

Functional Dairy Products

Functional Dairy Products
Author: Maria Saarela
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 559
Release: 2007-05-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1845693108

Dairy products have a prominent position in the development of functional foods. As understanding of the health benefits of dairy products increases and consumer awareness of these health benefits grows, demand for new and improved functional dairy products is likely to rise. Functional dairy products: Volume 2 reviews the latest developments in the field and their industrial applications.Part one outlines the health benefits of functional dairy products and their applications in areas such as weight management, child health and gut health. The second part of the book discusses various ingredients used in functional dairy products such as pro- and prebiotics, hypoallergenic hydrolysates and plant sterols and stanols. The final part of the book considers aspects of product development such as biomarkers and experimental models to investigate health benefits, genomics of probiotic microorganisms and functional dairy product regulation and safety.With its distinguished editor and collection of international authors, Functional dairy products: Volume 2, together with its companion volume, provides professionals and researchers within the field with an invaluable reference. - Outlines the health benefits of functional dairy products, and their applications in areas such as weight management and gut health - Discusses ingredients used in functional dairy products such as pro- and prebiotics - Considers various aspects of product development

Probiotics and Prebiotics in Food, Nutrition and Health

Probiotics and Prebiotics in Food, Nutrition and Health
Author: Semih Otles
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 510
Release: 2013-12-09
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1466586249

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 preventi

Handbook of Animal-Based Fermented Food and Beverage Technology

Handbook of Animal-Based Fermented Food and Beverage Technology
Author: Y. H. Hui
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 814
Release: 2016-04-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1439850232

Fermented food can be produced with inexpensive ingredients and simple techniques and makes a significant contribution to the human diet, especially in rural households and village communities worldwide. Progress in the biological and microbiological sciences involved in the manufacture of these foods has led to commercialization and heightened int