Comprehensive Guide to Inulin

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Applications in Health, Nutrition and Consumer Products

Häftad, Engelska, 2025

Av Wasim Akram, Navneet Garud, Tanmay Sarkar

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Comprehensive Guide to Inulin: Applications in Health, Nutrition and Consumer Products delves into the versatile functions of inulin, a prebiotic soluble fiber gaining recognition for its health benefits. Drawing on the latest research, this book outlines how inulin supports improved dietary habits, advances therapeutic approaches, and encourages sustainable ingredient choices for food and pharmaceutical industries. With insights from leading experts presented across 18 chapters, readers discover the comparative advantages of inulin over other soluble fibers, its emerging role in disease management, and its potential to shape personalized nutrition strategies.

Beyond gut health, the guide highlights inulin’s influence on mental wellness and behavioral health, underscoring its holistic value in modern nutrition. Real-world case studies demonstrate inulin’s integration into functional foods, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceutical innovations, equipping both food science and medical professionals with practical applications. The book ultimately presents inulin as a pivotal ingredient, bridging scientific research with consumer product development and disease prevention.

Examines the benefits of inulin consumption and its practical applications for enhancing diet and nutrition
Provides scientific examples of how inulin can successfully improve gut health, enhance immune function, and benefit cardiovascular and neurological health
Explores the physiological effects of inulin with other soluble dietary fibers such as pectin, beta-glucan, and psyllium
Examines how inulin is used as an ingredient in functional foods, including its benefits, applications, and effective daily consumption amounts
Discusses how inulin influences taste, texture, and mouthfeel, the sensory attributes affecting consumer acceptance

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Utgivningsdatum2025-11-21
Mått191 x 235 x undefined mm
Vikt450 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor524
FörlagElsevier Science
ISBN9780443366178

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Dr. Wasim Akram is working as an Assistant Professor at the Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Madhya Pradesh, Gwalior. He has a total experience of 08 years in teaching, research and the pharmaceutical industry. He is actively involved in formulating nanoparticulate drug delivery systems for treating Inflammatory bowel disorders and cancer. He has published dozens of peer-reviewed papers in the field of pharmaceutical sciences in national and international journals, written several books and chapters. He has also been granted 1 Ipatent and is also active as a reviewer for several international scientific journals.Dr. Navneet Garud is PhD in Pharmaceutics currently working as a Professor at the School of Studies in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jiwaji University, Gwalior. He has more than 22 years of teaching and research experience. His area of specialization is a controlled and targeted drug delivery system based on Biopolymers. Dr. Garud shared his research and teaching experience in several conferences, seminars, symposiums and workshops as a representer or invited speaker. He is also actively engaged in various department, Institute and University committees. He has guided 32 M Pharm students and guided 06 Ph.D. students. He has published 60 peer-reviewed papers in the field of pharmaceutical sciences in national and international journals, written 6 Books and 09 book chapters in Elsevier, Bentham, Springer and Wiley Publication etc. He is a life member of various professional bodies like IPA, IPS, APTI and IPGA. He has also been granted 2 Indian patents.Dr. Tanmay Sarkar is currently working as a Lecturer in the Government of West Bengal. With 9 years of experience in both teaching and research, his areas of interest include bioactive components from natural sources, ethnic foods, mathematical modeling, and phytochemicals. He is an editor for several SCI, SCIE, and Scopus- indexed journals and has edited numerous books with Elsevier and Springer.

1. Introduction to Inulin2. Chemical Properties of Inulin3. Innovations in Inulin Extraction and Production4. Advanced Analytical Techniques for Identifying and Quantifying Inulin and its Metabolites in Foods, Pharmaceuticals, and Cosmetics5. Effects of Processing and Preparation Technologies on the Stability and Bioactivity of Inulin in Foods, Pharmaceuticals, and Cosmetics6. Inulin as a Prebiotic: Biochemical Pathways, Metabolism, and Effects on Gut Microbiota and Factors Influencing Its Efficacy7. Comparative Health Benefits of Inulin and Other Soluble Dietary Fibers8. Health Benefits and Therapeutic Role of Inulin in Disease Management9. Inulin in Precision Nutrition: Metabolic Pathways and Microbial Interactions10. Impact of Inulin Consumption on Mental and Behavioral Health11. Inulin in Functional Foods12. Inulin in Nutraceuticals and Sensory Aspects of Inulin in Food13. Inulin in Pharmaceutical Innovations and Targeted Drug Delivery14. Inulin as a natural ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products15. Emerging Technologies in Modifying Inulin Properties for Sustainable and Innovative Product Development16. Case Studies and Real-World Applications17. The potential of inulin to revolutionize pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Industries18. Regulatory Aspects, Future Directions and Innovations of Inulin