A pome is an accessory fruit composed of one or more carpels surrounded by accessory
tissue. The accessory tissue is interpreted by some specialists as an extension of the …

This chapter focuses on the heath benefits associated with the consumption of apple, pear
and other pome fruits. The different phytochemicals (phenolic compounds, flavonoids and …

Fruits are commonly consumed in different forms such as raw, juice, jam, jelly, etc. They are
the richest sources of many vitamins and minerals. They are also rich in many biologically …

This work determined the phenolic composition of the seed coat and the cotyledon of two
varieties of dark peas (Pisum sativum L), Fidelia and ZP-840, by HPLC-PAD and HPLC-MS …

The opium poppy plant (Papaver somniferum), from which poppy seeds are derived, has a
long history of culinary and medical purposes. This paper offers a thorough examination of …

Plant-derived bioactive compounds research comprises of various areas of plant science
with the objective of developing innovative plant metabolites and understanding their …

Little published information exists regarding flavor and aroma compounds in pomegranate
(Punica granatum) juices. Although, arils have fruity and sweet characteristics, we found no …

Stone fruits, such as peaches, plums, almonds, apricots and cherries have been
investigated concerning their therapeutic effects in the prevention of a range of diseases …

Pomegranates are a well-known source of valuable substances with high antioxidant
capacity. The manufacturing of pomegranate juices and their storage produce relevant …

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), diabetes mellitus (DM), cancer, and thyroid abnormalities
are major health problems prevalent around the world and are responsible for a large …