Introduction
The Chemistry Inside Spices & Herbs: Research and Development provides a focused overview of the chemical composition, bioactive compounds, and therapeutic potential of spices and herbs. The book brings together recent research highlighting the role of phytochemicals in health promotion, disease prevention, and natural drug development.
Featuring contributions from pharmaceutical chemists and allied researchers, the volume explores the biochemistry, biotechnology, and medicinal relevance of herbs and spices. It covers topics such as biologically active compounds, herbal medicines, plant-based therapeutics, and clinically significant plants, emphasising their applications in pharmaceutical, nutritional, and functional food research.
Key Features
- - Up-to-date research on phytochemical constituents of spices and herbs
- - Comprehensive coverage of bioactive compounds and their health benefits
- - Offers insights into herbal medicines and plant-derived therapeutics
- - Integrated perspectives on food science, nutrition, and pharmaceutical chemistry
Target Readership :
Researchers, academics, and students in food science, nutrition, phytomedicine, life sciences, and natural product chemistry.