Publisher's Synopsis
Fruits and vegetables are grown worldwide and play an important role in human diets as they are a rich source of vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, and phytochemicals. They are also associated with the improvement of gastrointestinal health, good vision, and reduced risk of heart disease, stroke, chronic diseases, such as diabetes, and some forms of cancer. About 3 billion people in the world are malnourished due to imbalanced diets. Fruits and vegetables can contribute to the prevention of malnutrition disorders. The objective of this book is to provide a comprehensive overview of the application of biotechnological approaches to improve the nutritional quality and shelf life of fruits and vegetables, which are not possible through conventional plant breeding alone.
