Spices: Types, Uses and Health Benefits

by Johnathan F. Kralis

Overview

This book presents topical research in the study of the types, uses and health benefits of spices. Topics discussed include the cultivation of sicilian aromatic plants; the role of spice products' synthetic cannabinoids in systems toxicity; the chemical composition, biological properties and applications of rosmarinus officinalis L.; the use of rosemary as an antioxidant in meat products; types and uses of Brazilian chili peppers and the ethno-medicinal perspectives of black pepper, cardamom, turmeric, ginger, coriander and cumin, among others.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781614708209
Publisher:	Nova Science Publishers, Incorporated
Publication date:	03/01/2012
Series:	Agriculture and Food Science
Pages:	202
Product dimensions:	7.20(w) x 10.30(h) x 0.60(d)