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Taylor and Francis Ltd Handbook of Oleoresins 1st Edition 2022 Hardbound by Nayik, Gulzar Ahmad
An Oleoresin represents the true essence of spices enriched with volatile and non-volatile essential oil and resinous fractions. The oleoresin represents the wholesome flavor of the spice, a cumulative effect of the sensation of smell and taste. Therefore, it is designated as "true essence" of the spice and can replace spice powders in food products without altering the flavor profile. Our earth comprises a plethora of spices that have carved a niche in the global market in medicinal and health-related food products. These spices play a dual role as a food ingredient and a therapeutic agent preventing various diseases. This industry has acquired tremendous attention not only from consumers but also from scientific communities, and various food manufacturing organizations. Handbook of Oleoresins: Extraction, Characterization, and Applications is a snapshot of information on oleoresins-production, composition, properties, applications (medicinal & health properties), and more. It is designed to be a practical tool for the various professionals who develop and market spices and oleoresinsKey Features:Contains comprehensive information on the major oleoresins of the worldDicusses the extraction and characterization of major spice oleoresinsCovers the safety and toxicity of oleoresinsSheds light on relationship between oleoresins and health benefitsThe world is moving towards natural products. Spices lend color, taste, and flavor, and oleoresins are good source of antioxidants and have preservative as well as therapeutic power. Therefore it is important to understand and document the chemistry, characterization, properties and applications of oleoresins, as found in this handbook. Chapter 1Pepper Oleoresin: properties and economic importanceChapter 2Chemistry and Properties of Coriander OleoresinChapter 3Characterization of Capsicum Oleoresin Chapter 4Health & Medicinal Properties of Saffron Chapter 5Ajwain oleoresin: Characterization & Properties Chapter 6Extraction Techniques, Production and Economic Importance of Asafoetida OleoresinChapter 7Black Cumin Oleoresin: Characterization, Properties and Economic ImportanceChapter 8Safety, Toxicity and Properties of Fennel Oleoresin Chapter 9Distribution, production and health benefits of ginger oleoresinChapter 10Applications of Garlic oleoresin Chapter 11Characterization and extraction techniques of nutmeg oleoresin Chapter 12Health & Medicinal Properties of Rosemary OleoresinChapter 13Characterization of Lemongrass Oleoresins Chapter 14Health & medicinal properties of Turmeric oleoresin Chapter 15Onion oleoresin: Extraction, Characterization and ApplicationChapter 16Production, Characterization and Health Benefits of cardamom oleoresins Chapter 17Chemistry and Characterization of Clove oleoresin Chapter 18Fenugreek Oleoresins: Chemistry and PropertiesChapter 19Characterization and pharmacological properties of celery oleoresin Chapter 20Paprika (Capsicum annum L.) oleoresins: Chemistry & Properties