About the Book: Chemistry and Nutritional Effects of Capsicum (Issn)
The Capsicum genus comprises the botanic species known as chili peppers, the
most widely consumed natural product by humankind. Their usage is diverse and
varies from food additives to defensive devices and medicines.
Providing a comprehensive overview of the great popularization and socioeconomic
importance of Capsicum, this book includes a holistic description of the
properties of Capsicum and how this correlates with the chemical profile.
Several of their specialized metabolites, such as capsaicinoids and carotenoids,
are in fact responsible for peppers characterization as a functional food as
they provide pungency, deterrent properties and outstanding biological
activities such