Bioprospecting of Natural Compounds in Food, Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Science / edited by Siddhartha Pati, Tanmay Sarkar and Dibyait Lahiri.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Sarkar, Tanmay, editor.

Lahiri, Dibyait, editor.

Pati, Siddhartha, editor.

Series:

Food Science and Technology

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Bioactive compounds.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (260 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

New York : Nova Science Publishers, [2022]

Summary:

"Bioprospecting of nature-based compounds is an important topic of biochemistry, owing to their structural variety and great application prospects. These chemicals, in particular, have been shown to have positive physiological and immunological benefits. Their use has been linked to the prevention of a variety of diseases as well as the promotion of good health. This book mainly intends to highlight high-quality original research and review papers that include innovative bioactive compounds and cutting-edge characterization techniques that contribute significantly to the area of diverse potential applications. The goal of this book is to emphasize the possibilities of utilizing nature-based compounds with favorable health effects in their entirety"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

Sustainable Approaches to Natural Active Compounds-Inspired Drug Discovery and Development

Abstract

Introduction

Effects of Conventional Drugs Production on the Environment

Drinking Water

Plantlife

Wildlife

Antibiotic Pollution and Antibiotic Resistance

Synthetic Drugs and Its Explicit Use

Abuse of Drugs: Synthetic Cannabinoids

Drugs Discovery from Natural Products

Challenges of NPs Drugs

Sustainable Approach to Drug Discovery

Approach to Sustainable Drug Discovery

Sustainable Drug Approach with MTDLs Treatment for Alzheimer's Disease

The Effective Use of CNSL Derived Drugs for Alzheimer's Disease

Sustainable Drug Delivery Application

Computational Tools for Sustainable Drug Development

Conclusion and Future of Drug Development

References

Chapter 2

Basic and Advanced Research in Common Oil-Containing Herbs and Their Use in Modern Supplementary Diets

Methodology

Results

Discussion

Conclusion

Chapter 3

Natural Compounds as Functional Food Supplements

Component Available as Natural Food Sources

Fermented and Dairy Products

Plant-Based Sources Used as Functional Food

Food Suppliments from Ayurved

Milk

Fruits

Vegetables

Spices

Brown Rice Is a High Carbohydrate Source

Honey

Oil for Hair Loss

Getting the Wrong Combination of Food

Chapter 4

Applications of Biologically Potent Herbal Compounds for Hair Growth Promotion and Treatment of Hair Disorders

Biology of Hair

Structure

Hair Growth Cycle

Functions of Hair

Significance of Hair Care

Plants for Healthy Hair

Amla (Indian Gooseberry)

Neem

Brahmi

Bhringraj

Coconut

Henna.

Hibiscus

Fenugreek

Shikakai

Aloe Vera

Chapter 5

Recent Approaches of Using Bioactive Agents for Environmental Clean-Up Applications

Nanoparticles

Distinct Characteristic Exhibited by Nanoparticles

Biosynthesis of a Variety of Nanoparticles

Nanoparticles Synthesized by Plants

Nanoparticles Synthesized by Bacteria

Nanoparticles Synthesized by Yeast and Fungi

Nano Bioremediation or NBR

Nanotechnology for Pollution Remediation

Recent Studies Trends and Advancements in Bioremediation

Treating Soil and Groundwater Using Nanoparticles

Chapter 6

Recent Applications of Molecular Biology and Nanotechnology in Bioactive Compound Research

1. Introduction

2. Activity-Based Screening of Bioactive Compounds

3. Enhancement of Bioactivity through Molecular Biology and Nanotechnology

3.1. Drug Transport

3.2. Regenerative Medicine

3.3. Bioimaging

3.4. Phytomedicines

4. Nanotech-Aided Molecular Diagnostics, Therapeutics and Bioimaging Advancements

5. Molecular and Nano-based Therapeutics

5.1. Immune Response

5.2. Cancer

5.3. Neurodegenerative Diseases

5.4. Autoimmune Diseases

6. Future Prospects

Chapter 7

Marine-Derived Bioactive Components and Their Applications

Marine Bioactive Compounds: Uprising of the Better Future with Tiny Medicine

Marine Peptides

Health Aspects of Marine Peptides

Sources of Marine Peptides

Protein Peptides Derived from Muscle

Peptides from Fish-Skin Collagen

Fish Bone as Potential Peptide Source

Peptides from Other Body Parts

Fish Derived Gelatin: Versatile Component in Pharmaceutical Productions

Structural Features of Gelatin

Food Emulsions.

Nutritional Supplements

Biodegradable Edible Films for Food Wrapping

Nanocomposite and Biocomposite-Films

Active Films for Food Preservation

Pharmaceutical Sector - Applications

Fish Gelatin-based Hard and Soft Capsules

Carriers in Controlled Drug Delivery

Chapter 8

Natural Compounds from Different Sources and Their Applications in the Food Industries

2. Food and Health

3. Functional Food Supplements

3.1. Probiotics

3.2. Prebiotics

3.3. Inulin

3.4. D-Tagatose

3.5. Fruits

3.6. Nuts and Seeds

4. Compounds of Functional Foods

4.1. Food Fibre

4.2. Carotenoid

4.3. Flavonoids

4.4. Plant Stanols and Sterols

4.5. Polyols

4.6. Probiotics

4.7. Prebiotics

4.8. Synbiotics

4.9. Soy Protein

5. Effects on Immune System

6. Functional Foods and the Immune System

6.1. Probiotics

6.2. Micronutrients

7. Regulations and Concerns

8. Challenges

8.1. Issues Involving Human Requirements

8.2. Supplements Quality, Safety and Efficacy

9. Functional Food and Nutraceuticals Market in India

10. Health Benefits of Functional Foods

Chapter 9

Sustainable Approaches by Medicinal Plant-Derived Natural Active Compounds-Inspired Ayurveda Drug Discovery and Development

Major Skin Diseases

Psoriasis

Leucoderma or Vitiligo

Scabies

Leprosy

Varicella

Pruritus

Medicinal Plants for Dermatological Conditions in Ayurveda

Abelmoschus Moschatus Medik

Abrus Precatorius L.

Acacia Leucophloea (Roxb.)Wild

Acacia nilotica (L.) Delile

Acacia Polyacantha Wild

Albizia Lebbeck (L.) Benth

Allium Cepa L.

Allium Sativum L.

Alstonia Scholaris Linn. R. Br.

Amomum Subulatum Roxb.

Anamirta Cocculus (L.) Wight.

Andrographis Paniculata (Burm.f.) Wall. ex Nees

Anethum Graveolens Linn.

Anogeissus Latifolia (Roxb. ex DC.) Wall.ex Guill. &amp

Perr

Aphanamixis Polystachya (Wall.) R. N. Parker

Aquilaria Agallocha Roxb.

Arishtolochia Indica Linn.

Azadirachta indica A. Juss

Bacopa Monnieri (L.) Pennell

Baliospermum Montanum Muell

Barringtonia Acutangula (L.) Gaertn

Borassus Flabellifer Linn.

Butea Monosperma (Lam.) Taub

Caesalpinia Sappan Linn.

Callicarpa Macrophylla Linn.

Carica Papaya Linn.

Carthamus Tinctorius Linn.

Cassia Auriculata Lin

Cassia Occidentalis (L.) var. Aristata Collad

Acknowledgment

Chapter 10

Microbial Natural Products: A Promising Source for Biotechnology Applications

The Value and Occurrence of Natural Products

Antibiotics

Anticancer Agents

Chapter 11

Applications, Challenges and Future Scope of Bioactive Compounds

Bioactive Compounds

Bioactive Compounds Available in Plant Sources

Bioactive Compounds from Piper Species

Phytochemistry

Anticancer Activity

Antimicrobial Activity

Embryogenesis of Zebrafish Fungi

Microalgae

Microalgal Bioactive Compounds and Their Medicinal Properties

Marine Bioactive Concomitants

Bioactive Compounds from Agri-Food Waste

Bioactive Compounds from Fruit Processing Wastes, Vegetable Wastes, and by-Products

Endophytes of Fungi

Extracted Bioactive Compounds

Disclaimer

Chapter 12

Natural Compounds in Functional Food Development: Case Studies and Future Trends

Functional Foods and Dietary Practices :

Turmeric

Seaweeds

Brazil Nuts

Broccoli

Green Tea

Olives

Whole Grains

Blueberries

Seafood.

Functional Food Groups

Omega-3-Fatty Acid

Chitosan

Protein Hydrolysates

Carotenoids and Xanthophylls

Probiotic

About the Editors

List of Reviewers

Index

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Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

Other Format:

Print version: Pati, Siddhartha Bioprospecting of Natural Compounds in Food, Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Science

ISBN:

9798886974317