Bøger af Samuel Ford

Food analysis is a discipline that is concerned with the development, application and study of analytical procedures for characterizing the properties and constituents of food items. It aims to provide information about different properties of food such as composition, structure, physicochemical properties, and sensory attributes. Several techniques are used to carry out food analysis. Mass spectrometry (MS) is one of the most prominent food analysis techniques used extensively for the study of different food qualities such as nutraceutical active compounds, nutritional value and micronutrients. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) is another analytical procedure commonly used to detect hidden allergenic proteins in food products such as hormones, antibodies and peptides. Lateral flow device (LFD) testing is an immunological assay technique used to detect gluten in products, with an antigen-antibody reaction used to identify the protein. This book provides comprehensive insights into the basic concepts and techniques of food analysis. With its detailed analyses and data, it will prove immensely beneficial to professionals and students involved in food analysis at various levels.

Food analysis is a discipline that is concerned with the development, application and study of analytical procedures for determining the properties of foods in terms of their composition, structure, physicochemical properties and sensory attributes. The structure of the food can be analyzed at molecular, physical and chemical levels. The analysis of the physiochemical properties of foods involves examining the rheological properties, optical properties, stability, and flavor of the food. The analysis of the sensory attributes of food helps in determining its quality and desirability. There are a range of methods used in food analysis including magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, gas chromatography (GC), atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS), and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The technique of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is also used for food analysis. PCR testing analyses specific DNA sequences and is primarily employed for identifying animal species in meat products. It is also used for detecting harmful pathogens and other microorganisms. This book traces the most recent advancements and trends related to food analysis. It is an invaluable source for reference for undergraduate students and professionals associated with the analysis of food.