Overview

This book contains information on the latest research on linoleic acid composition, in a wide range of dietary sources, as well as advancements in food technology to ensure better nutritional quality of LA. Biochemists, nutritionists, dieticians, food industry technologists, clinicians, and allied health professionals will find the information in this book essential and immensely valuable. Topics discussed include: natural sources of linoleic acids (LA); variations in the LA content of plant and animal products; extraction methods for LA; plant adaptation in the polar region and its effect on LA composition in agricultural animals; the effect of geographical variation on consumer preferences for olive oil types; the influence of plant lipids on the LA composition of animal fat; the oxidation kinetics of LA; the potential benefits of LA isomers in treatment of obesity, ischemic stroke and atopic dermatitis; and the possible mechanisms linking LA with the development of various types of cancers.

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Author:   Igho Onakpoya
Publisher:   Nova Science Publishers Inc
Imprint:   Nova Science Publishers Inc
Weight:   0.526kg
ISBN:  

9781622573844

ISBN 10:   1622573846
Pages:   192
Publication Date:   11 January 2013
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Table of Contents

Preface; Linoleic & alpha-Linoleic Acid Content of Pork, Beef, & Lamb Lipids; Linoleic Acid Content & Antioxidant Properties of Different Tree Nuts: A Review; Oxidation of Linoleic Acid in Bulk, Micelle, Emulsion & Microcapsule Systems; Linoleic & Other Fatty Acids, Cryoresistance, & Fodder Value of Yakutian Plants; Influence of Variety, Geographical Site & Extraction System on Virgin Olive Oil (VOO) Linoleic Acid Composition & its Impact on Consumer Preference; The Effect of Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) Supplementation on Body Anthropometric Measures; Conjugated Linoleic Acid in the Prevention of Ischemic Stroke; Gamma Linolenic Acid & Atopic Dermatitis.

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