Bioactive Compounds: Health Benefits and Potential Applicationsprovides information about different bioactive compounds including their sources, biological effects, health benefits and, potential applications which could contribute as alternatives in the prevention or treatment of multifactorial diseases for vulnerable population groups. Going beyond the basics to include discussion of bioaccessibility and the legislative aspects of marketing of bioactive compounds as nutraceuticals or food supplements, this book presents insights from a global perspective. Written for researchers, professors and graduate students, this book is sure to be a welcomed reference for all who work in food chemistry, new product development and nutritional science. Highlights potential contributions of bioactive compounds as alternatives in the prevention or treatment of diseaseInvestigates the world of bioactive compounds and the many activities associated with themContains information relevant to food chemistry, new product development and nutritional science | Bioactive Compounds by Maira Rubi Segura Campos, Paperback | Indigo Chapters