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Phenolic Phytochemicals: Sources, Biosynthesis, Extraction, and Their Isolation

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Phenolic compounds are among the major group of phytochemicals that are extremely diverse in nature, ranging from flavonoids to polyphenolic amides. They are available in almost every plant part; however, their bioavailability differs from one plant to another. Their biosynthesis is a complex phenomena where one phenolic compound is an intermediate or precursor of another. In this chapter, classification of phenolic phytochemicals and their biosynthesis has been discussed. Various extraction and isolation techniques have been briefly discussed. Finally, a brief discussion on identification, quantification, and structural characterization of various phenolic compounds has been highlighted.

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Hoda, M., Hemaiswarya, S., Doble, M. (2019). Phenolic Phytochemicals: Sources, Biosynthesis, Extraction, and Their Isolation. In: Role of Phenolic Phytochemicals in Diabetes Management. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-8997-9_2

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