Bananas : cultivation, consumption and crop diseases

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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.