Bioactive Compounds in Underutilized Vegetables and Legumes

This reference work provides a comprehensive overview of bioactive compounds found in underutilized vegetables and legumes around the globe.

It describes their pharmacological, biological and health effects in detail, and provides a strategic framework for further research and global development activities. Using a consistent structure and divided into 9 parts based on the plant source, the book reviews bioactive compounds in various plant species.

Each part opens with a leading article discussing the respective plant species.

This book is a valuable reference resource for plant biologists and biotechnologists, pharmacologists, pharmacists, food technologists, nutritionists and other health professions working in academia and industry.