Abstract
Hazelnut is being widely used in the food industry as it is nutritious and a good source of energy. The identification of its chemical constituents revealed the presence of mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids, tocopherols, and polyphenolic compounds. The present review attempts to discuss the human health benefits, particularly the brain health, by the consumption of this nut.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Food and Brain Health |
Editors | M. M. Essa, Mushtaq A. Memon, Mohammed Akbar |
Place of Publication | New York |
Publisher | Nova Science Publishers |
Pages | 287-292 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781631177385 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781631177347 |
Publication status | Published - 2014 |