Characterization, Functional Genomics and Health Benefits, by Minglin Lang (Editor). Nova Science Publishers, 2013.
With contributors from China, Japan, Argentina, Spain, Portugal and the United States, this collection of scientific papers describes the current understanding of the Brassicaceae family of crops (broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, turnip, rapeseed, radish, horseradish, stock), emphasizing the beneficial qualities of these plants and their potential for improving the health of an aging population.
Anyone interested in the beneficial compounds health present in Brassicaceae and their health benefits will find the references to current research especially valuable. Understanding the molecular and physiological processes at work in plants such as cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, turnip, rapeseed, mustard, radish, horseradish, wasabi, and watercress is helping breeders develop new varieties with promising potential to help prevent chronic ailments such as cancer, cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases in those who consume their fruit and flowers.
