ABSTRACT

The first source to collect the latest evidence linking carotenoids to human health and disease, this stimulating reference studies the role of carotenoids in the prevention of chronic disease and reviews breakthrough studies from more than 40 field authorities on the latest research. The book reveals the most recent findings regarding the use of c

chapter 1|30 pages

Basic Carotenoid Chemistry

chapter 5|22 pages

Carotenoid Antioxidant Activity

chapter 12|16 pages

Bioequivalence of Provitamin A Carotenoids

chapter 13|18 pages

Bioconversion of Provitamin A Carotenoids

chapter 17|36 pages

Relationship of Carotenoids to Cancer

chapter 18|18 pages

Lycopene and Carcinogenesis

chapter 21|18 pages

Heart and Vascular Diseases

chapter 23|16 pages

Carotenoids and Immune Responses

chapter 26|6 pages

Carotenoids: Looking Forward