Bananas : cultivation, consumption and crop diseases

Preface
 Musa spp. --
Functional Properties, Biofortification, and Bioavailability
 Abstract
 Introduction
 Identification of Musa spp. Genotypes with Functional Properties
 1. Resistant Starch
 1.1. Functional Properties of Starch
 2. Phenolic Compounds
 2.1. Antioxidant Activity and Bioavailability of Phenolic Compounds
 3. Bioactive Amines (Polyamines and Biogenic Amines)
 4. Carotenoids
 4.1. Provitamin A Compounds and Bioavailability
 Conclusion
 References
 Chemical Composition and Bioactive Compounds in Bananas and Postharvest Alterations
 Abstract
 Introduction. Chemical Composition of BananasProximate Composition
 Moisture
 Sugars
 Protein
 Fat
 Fibre
 Ash
 Mineral Elements
 Bioactive Compounds
 Phenolic Compounds
 Carotenoids
 Vitamins
 Effect of Postharvest Treatments and Storage Conditions in the Quality of Bananas
 Storage Temperature
 Controlled Atmosphere and Modified Atmosphere
 Use of 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP)
 Other Treatments
 Conclusion
 References
 Biographical Sketch
 Sustainable Management of Banana Waste through Renewable Energy and Bio-Fertilizer Generation
 Abstract
 Introduction
 Characteristics of Banana Waste
 Pre-Treatments. Anaerobic Digestion, ADBio-Ethanol Fermentation
 Bio-Hydrogen Fermentation
 Combined Bio-Ethanol/Bio-Hydrogen and Biogas Production
 Conclusion
 References
 Biographical Sketch
 Banana Pseudostem Sap: An Important Agro-Waste for Diversified Applications Including Textile
 Abstract
 1. Introduction
 2. Banana Pseudostem: An Overview
 3. Chemical Composition of BPS
 Different End Uses of BPS Molecules
 4.1. Organic Fertilizer
 4.2. Nutrient Spray Solution
 4.3. Application in Textiles
 (A) In Natural Dyeing and Art Work
 (B) Fire Retardant Finish
 (C) UV Protection. 4.4. In Metallurgical Field4.5. In Energy Drinks
 4.6. Medical Application
 Conclusion
 References
 Banana as a Food Allergen Source
 Abstract
 Introduction
 Proteomic Analysis
 Banana Proteins Related to Pathogenesis
 Banana Profilin and Proteins of Oxidative Processes
 Allergy to Banana
 Allergenicity of Banana Proteins
 Conclusion
 Acknowledgments
 References
 Index.