Polyphenols and their role in health and disease / Augustine Dion, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Dion, Augustine, editor.

Series:

Food Science and Technology

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Polyphenols--Health aspects.

Polyphenols.

Polyphenols--Physiological effect.

Polyphenols--Therapeutic use.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (178 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

New York : Nova Science Publishers, [2023]

Summary:

"This book contains a selection of five chapters each discussing a different aspect of polyphenols and their roles in health and disease. Chapter One reviews the oral health benefits of polyphenols found in cocoa. Chapter Two is an overview of the effects of polyphenols on the microbiota of the gut and the consequent roles these play in health and disease. Chapter Three is a review of potential sources and health benefits of various polyphenols. Chapter Four examines different polyphenols from food and medicinal plants as well as their uses in Mexico. Chapter Five discusses the role of polyphenols in honey and their use as a natural therapeutic"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

Oral Health Benefits of Cocoa Polyphenols

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Composition of Cocoa Seed

3. Chemical Composition of Cocoa Seed

3.1. Lipid Content

3.2. Carbohydrates

3.3. Protein and Amino Acids

3.4. Fiber

3.5. Organic Acids

3.6. Biogenic Amines

3.7. Polyphenols

3.8. Minerals

3.9. Methyl Xanthines

4. Potential Benefits of Cocoa on Oral Health

4.1. Effect of Cocoa in the Prevention of Dental Caries

4.2. Role of Cocoa in the Prevention of Periodontal Diseases

4.3. Effect of Cocoa on Remineralization of the Teeth

4.4. Cocoa and Its Formulationsfor Caries Prevention

4.5. Effect of Cocoa on Orthodontic Tooth Movement

Conclusion

References

Chapter 2

The Effect of Polyphenols on Gut Microbiota and Their Role in Health and Disease

Introduction

Polyphenols: Characterization and Bioavailability

Interplay between Polyphenols and Gut Microbiota and Impact on Disease

Approaches to Increase Efficacy of Pre- and Probiotics Distribution

Properties of Phenolic-Gut Microbiota Communications on Metabolic Ailments (Cancer and Obesity)

Chapter 3

Potential Sources and Health Benefits of Polyphenols: A Review

Structures of Polyphenols

Dietary Polyphenols Consumption

Dietary Sources

Fruit Polyphenols

Vegetable Polyphenols

Polyphenols in Beverage

Cereal Polyphenols

Polyphenols in Pulses

Absorption and Metabolism

Bioavailability of Phenolic Compounds

Classification and Types of Polyphenols According to Their Food Sources

Flavonoids

Phenolic Acids

Stilbenoids

Curcuminoids

Tannins

Diferuloylmethanes

Anthocyanins

Lignan

Extraction of Polyphenols

Therapeutic Significance of Polyphenols.

Antioxidant Effect

Anti-Cancer Effect

Prevention of Neurological Disorders

Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease

Anti-Microbial Agent

Prevention of Diabetes

Anti-Allergic Activity

Anti-Inflammatory Properties

Anti-Obesity Activity

Prevention of Osteoporosis

Prevention of Liver Disease

Future of Polyphenols

Chapter 4

Polyphenols from Food and Medicinal Plants Used in Mexico

1. Food Plants

1.1. Zea mays L.

1.2. Phaseolus vulgaris

1.3. Capsicum annum L.

1.4. Solanum lycopersicum L. (syn. Lycopersicum esculentum Mill.)

1.5. Opuntia ficus-Indica (L.)

1.6. Theobroma cacao L.

1.7. Solanum tuberosum L.

1.8. Physalis philadelphica Lam.

1.9. Allium cepa L.

1.10. Daucus carota L.

1.11. Ananas comosus (L.) Merr

1.12. Hibiscus sabdariffa L.

1.13. Malus domestica Borkh

1.14. Vitis vinifera L.

1.15. Fragaria magna Thuill

2. Medicinal Plants

2.1. Passiflora incarnata L.

2.2. Foeniculum vulgare Miller

2.3. Rosmarinus officinalis L.

2.4. Ocimum basilicum L.

2.5. Casimiroa edulis La Llave ex Lex.

2.6. Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze

2.7. Mentha piperita L.

2.8. Solanum melongena L.

2.9. Larrea tridentata (Sesse &amp

Moc. ex DC.) Coville

2.10. Urtica dioica L.

2.11. Lupinus spp.

2.12. Solanum ferruginium L.

2.13. Equisetum arvense L.

Biographical Sketches

Chapter 5

The Role of Polyphenols in Honey as a Natural Therapy

Phenolic Compounds in Honey

Type of Phenolics

Methods of Determination

Polyphenols Biodisponibility

Antioxidant Properties

Main Results in Human Diseases

Cardiovascular Diseases

Diabetes

Cancer

Antimicrobial and Antiviral Properties

Index.

Blank Page.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

Other Format:

Print version: Dion, Augustine Polyphenols and Their Role in Health and Disease

ISBN:

9798886974720