Table of Contents

Introduction: food composition and production and processing operations; Nutrients - their chemical nature and role in the body; Non-nutrient chemicals in foods; Special dietary needs and food composition; Food labelling and chemical composition; Conclusions; Glossary, references and relevant organisations.

Reviews

This reviewer found the book useful and informative and can recommend it. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 2004, 84: 1988 (D A Cronin) "The text is clear and uncomplicated and provides the reader with background knowledge regarding the chemical composition of food ... aimed primarily at industry recruits, trainees and undergraduate students, the book may also be of interest to those interested in a career in the food industry, food science and technology students, and personnel within the industry seeking a broad overview of food-related topics ... also ideally suited for the food technology teacher ... I would recommend this book ..." Nutrition Bulletin, 28, 2003, p 84 "... a useful book and I can recommend it to anyone starting in the food industry as a clear and readable introduction." Chemistry in Britain, Vol 39, No 2, February 2003 "... suitable for food technology students, either in industry and education ... It would support AS/A2 food technology extremely well." Journal of Design and Technology Education, Vol 8, No 1, Spring 2003 "...explains to those without expertise in food chemistry, some of the basics of food chemical composition ... with a strong industrial slant." Carbohydrate Polymers, 55, 2004, 115