Therapeutics and Molecular Nutrition

Master the cutting-edge science of molecular nutrition and disease management with this invaluable resource, which provides expert insights into functional food formulation and the biomedical power of plant extracts. Therapeutics and molecular nutrition are currently trending because of their ability to combat today’s growing health problems related to unhealthy lifestyle choices. Researchers across the globe have developed a keen interest in molecular interactions to unveil these mechanisms and develop an alternative to allopathic medicines. This book will provide the latest science on many of the advanced trends and techniques associated with molecular nutrition, such as the formulation and processing of functional foods, biomedical applications of plant extracts, prebiotics as a nutraceutical in the management of diseases, and peptides for the management of non-communicable disorders. Using expert and forward-looking insights, this book acts as an invaluable resource for those working in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, medical and food sciences, and public health.

About the Author

Anita Kumari, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition Biology at the Central University of Haryana. She has published more than 40 papers in national and international journals, one edited book, and filed three national patents. Her research specializes on food science and technology, sensory analysis, and food preservation.

Deepika is a Research Scholar and Project Associate in the Department of Nutrition Biology at the Central University of Haryana. She has 14 publications in national and international journals and filed two national patents. Her research interests include unveiling the molecular pathways associated with nutrients and related bioactive compounds to curb increasing instances of non-communicable diseases, with a specific focus on Type-II diabetes and neuropsychological disorders.