Title:
Oleic acid : dietary sources, functions and health benefits
Series:
Biochemistry research trends
Publication Information:
New York : Nova Biomedical, 2013
Physical Description:
vi, 205 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm.
ISBN:
9781626183322
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Searching... | 30000010345391 | QD305.A2 O44 2013 | Open Access Book | Book | Searching... |
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Summary
Summary
Oleic acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid ubiquitous in nature. This book discusses the physical-chemical properties, natural sources, evolutionary aspects, biosynthesis, catabolism, nutritional value, health benefits, and biotechnological uses of oleic acid. Specific topics discussed include oleic acid roles in natural and genetically modified plants, mammalian milk, biofuel production, brain, enzyme immobilisation, and cancer.
