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 InfoLondon : Elsevier/Academic Press, [2018]
Descriptionxiii, 339 pages : illustrations, portraits ; 28 cm
Supplemental ContentFull text available from eBook - Agricultural, Biological, and Food Sciences 2018
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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 noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
ISBN9780128114056 paperback
ISBN0128114053 paperback

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