Plant-based products constitute an important part of human diet worldwide. Various nutrients and phytochemicals such as polyphenolics, carotenoids, tocopherols, and ascorbic acid, well-known antioxidants, contained in these products show a wide range of biological functions and protective roles against chronic diseases. Phytopharmaceuticals in Chronic and Degenerative Diseases provides up-to-date information regarding naturally occurring nutrients and phytochemicals that are believed to promote health and protect against diseases. The book includes chapters focused on discussing the mechanisms involved in the health-promoting effects of phytochemicals, particularly in diseases such as diabetes, cancer, neurodegenerative and cardiovascular disorders. Written by a team of interdisciplinary experts in food science, chemistry, medicine, pharmaceutics and nutrition, the title is a useful resource to many professional and scientific societies worldwide.