Microalgae in health and disease prevention / edited by, Ira A. Levine, Joe<U+0308>l Fleurence.
| Other author | Levine, Ira A. |
| Other author | Fleurence, Joe<U+0308>l, 1960- |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | London : Elsevier/Academic Press, [2018] |
| Description | xiii, 339 pages : illustrations, portraits ; 28 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from eBook - Agricultural, Biological, and Food Sciences 2018 |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | Microalgae in Health and Disease Prevention is a comprehensive reference that addresses the historical and potential use of microalgae, its extracts, secondary metabolites, and molecular constituents for enhancing human health and preventing diseases. Each chapter features an overview, and the book includes coverage of microalgae biology, harmful algae, the use of microalgae in alcohol and food, and as sources of macronutrients, micronutrients, vitamins, and minerals. The historical use of microalgae, in addition to its potential use as a nutraceutical and cosmeceutical, is also addressed. The book provides coverage of relevant, up-to-date research as assembled by a group of contributors who are dedicated to the advancement of microalgae use in health, diet and nutrition. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 9780128114056 paperback |
| ISBN | 0128114053 paperback |
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| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |