Functional foods and cardiovascular disease

"Drawn from the latest clinical and experimental information, this book covers cover products enriched with phytosterols, n-3 fatty acids, garlic extract naturally occurring antioxidants, folic acid, CLA, as well as fibers and flavonoids. It describes the connection between diets, dietary habit...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Eskin, N. A. M. [ (Neason Akivah Michael)] (Editor), Moghadasian, Mohammed H. (Editor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Boca Raton, Florida : CRC Press c2012
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Table of Contents:
  • 1. The pathophysiology of coronary artery disease
  • 2. Advances in technology to generate cardiovascular-friendly functional food products
  • 3. Clinical and experimental evidence on cardiovascular benefits of Fish Oil
  • 4. Alpha-linolenic acid and cardiovascular disease: Flaxseed Oil
  • 5. Folic acid and pathogenesis of cardiovascular disease
  • 6. Experimental and clinical evidence of cardiovascular benefits of plant sterols
  • 7. Wine and cardiovascular benefits
  • 8. Role of garlic products in reducing cardiovascular risks
  • 9. Impact of egg consumption in development or prevention of heart disease
  • 10. Fibers and prevention of cardiovascular disease
  • 11. Chocolate and cocoa: a comprehensive review on cardiovascular benefits
  • 12. Tea and coffee: a concise review of effects on cardiovascular risk factors