Functional Foods for Chronic Diseases

  • Publication Year: 2018
  • ISBN: 9781773612553
  • Price: $160
  • Publisher: Delve Publishing
  • Binding Type: Hardcover

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This book explores the different types of functional foods, both naturally occurring and designer foods. Sections on key chemical components are included, as are discussions on how these compounds interact as part of different foods. Finally, sections on what functional foods represent for the consumer, health and safety issues, as well as legislation and potential risks with functional foods are covered. With a well-rounded approach, the book aims to raise points for consideration and discussion, and to challenge both supporters and antagonists of the role of functional food in health.

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Merly F. Arjona, M.A.T, is a full time Professor at Laguna State Polytechnic University, Siniloan, Laguna, Philippines. She graduated from the Laguna State Polytechnic University, Siniloan, Campus, with the degree of Master of Arts in Teaching, Major in Technology and Home Economics. Her Professional experience includes an assessor in different Hotel and Restaurant Competency in TESDA. She is an active member of Association of Administrators in Hospitality Hotel and Restaurant Management Educational Institution( AAHRMEI) and has attended seminars and trainings  in Hotel and Restaurant Management.
At present, she is the Associate Professor II at the LSPU. Her greatest joy at the moment is to share her knowledge, expertise and give prestige to her students.