Acrylamide in Food: A Comprehensive Guide to Formation, Health Effects, and Reduction Strategies

Edited by a team of international experts, Acrylamide in Food, Second Edition is a valuable resource for researchers and professionals in the food industry. This thoroughly updated revision provides detailed information on acrylamide formation in various foods, including analysis, formation mechanisms, levels in foods, reduction strategies, and new regulations.

Understanding Acrylamide in the Food Chain

Part one of this comprehensive guide introduces acrylamide and its implications on human health, exploring the context of harm and health. This section sets the stage for a deeper understanding of acrylamide’s impact on the food chain.

Acrylamide in Various Food Types

Part two delves into the presence of acrylamide in various food categories, including:

• Bakery products
• Fried potato products
• Coffee
• Battered products
• Water
• Table olives
• And more

This detailed examination of acrylamide in different food types provides valuable insights for researchers and professionals seeking to mitigate its formation.

Interaction Mechanisms and Health Effects

Part three explores the interaction mechanisms of acrylamide and its health effects, including:

• Acrylamide and cancer
• Neuropathology of acrylamide
• Maternal acrylamide

This section provides a comprehensive understanding of acrylamide’s impact on human health.

Methods of Analysis

Part four discusses the various methods of analysis for detecting acrylamide in food products, ensuring that researchers and professionals have the tools needed to accurately assess its presence.

This authoritative guide is a valuable resource for anyone working in the food industry or researching the factors affecting acrylamide formation in different heat-treated foods. With its focus on reduction strategies and new regulations, Acrylamide in Food, Second Edition is an indispensable reference for those seeking to mitigate the risks associated with acrylamide.

Published by Elsevier Science, this comprehensive guide is available in English and features ISBNs 9780323991193 and 9780323991902.