Pedro López-Sánchez – författare

In today''s fast-paced and modern world, our lifestyles have undergone a dramatic shift. The conveniences and comforts that accompany our technological advancements have come at a cost – an increased prevalence of lifestyle diseases. Lack of physical activity, stress, sedentary habits, and poor dietary choices have become leading causes of a spurt in varied health complications such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Various health awareness programmes organized by central/state governments, private organizations, and NGOs from time to time have generated interest among common people in exploring organic foods that are free from chemicals and full of nutraceuticals. There has been a growing interest in exploring the potential of nutraceuticals to address lifestyle diseases.

Recognizing the urgent need to address this global health crisis, this book delves into a realm of science that offers immense potential for improving our health and well-being. Nutraceuticals, which combine "nutrition" with "pharmaceuticals," offer a promising strategy for treating certain conditions caused by a particular way of life. They include a variety of bioactive substances obtained from plants, including fruits, vegetables, herbs, and marine organisms. Certain substances have therapeutic qualities and have shown significant promise in treating and even preventing certain disorders.

Features:

This book will certainly be a valuable resource for researchers engaged in studies on nutraceuticals to develop a depth of understanding of the latest trends and tools in this field. Additionally, it can serve as a comprehensive textbook for graduate-level courses in food and nutrition, biomedical, and health sciences.

In today''s fast-paced and modern world, our lifestyles have undergone a dramatic shift. The conveniences and comforts that accompany our technological advancements have come at a cost – an increased prevalence of lifestyle diseases. Lack of physical activity, stress, sedentary habits, and poor dietary choices have become leading causes of a spurt in varied health complications such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Various health awareness programmes organized by central/state governments, private organizations, and NGOs from time to time have generated interest among common people in exploring organic foods that are free from chemicals and full of nutraceuticals. There has been a growing interest in exploring the potential of nutraceuticals to address lifestyle diseases.

Recognizing the urgent need to address this global health crisis, this book delves into a realm of science that offers immense potential for improving our health and well-being. Nutraceuticals, which combine "nutrition" with "pharmaceuticals," offer a promising strategy for treating certain conditions caused by a particular way of life. They include a variety of bioactive substances obtained from plants, including fruits, vegetables, herbs, and marine organisms. Certain substances have therapeutic qualities and have shown significant promise in treating and even preventing certain disorders.

Features:

This book will certainly be a valuable resource for researchers engaged in studies on nutraceuticals to develop a depth of understanding of the latest trends and tools in this field. Additionally, it can serve as a comprehensive textbook for graduate-level courses in food and nutrition, biomedical, and health sciences.

Green Biotechnology for Herbal and Medicinal Plant Metabolites presents an innovative approach that leverages plant-derived molecules for agriculture, medicine, and wellness in pursuit of sustainable health solutions. This comprehensive guide delves into the latest advancements in green biotechnology, showcasing in vitro, genetic, and biochemical strategies for enhancing the yield and potency of essential metabolites in medicinal plants. Designed to appeal to researchers, practitioners, and students alike, the book provides a balanced view of bioengineering plant metabolites’ medicinal, economic, and environmental benefits. It illustrates how the potential of green biotechnology can unlock new frontiers in natural products, paving the way for innovative treatments and sustainable healthcare solutions.

The book explains how green biotechnology facilitates the sustainable extraction of plant secondary metabolites. Each chapter emphasizes the need to leverage eco-friendly technologies in metabolite extraction to maximize the benefits and opportunities provided by an integrative, risk-based approach to innovation, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. Additionally, the book underscores the role of bioinformatics tools in streamlining real-world solutions, helping to navigate the complexities of wet-lab experimentation with more uncertainties, interdependencies, and unforeseen risks.

Salient Features:

• Thoroughly explores the potential benefits of green biotechnology.• Gives deep insight into the extraction strategies of plant metabolites.• Chapters are designed in a way that provides comprehensive details on the industrial application of bio-compounds.• Provides a comprehensive summary of the most recent findings in plant metabolite and green biotechnology.

Researchers working on green biotechnology for medicinal and herbal plants will undoubtedly find this book useful for developing a thorough understanding of the most recent developments and instruments in this field. The book can also be used as a thorough textbook for graduate-level classes in biomedical, health, and food and nutrition sciences. The book is a collection of chapters contributed by experts in medicinal plants.