Gums and Stabilisers for the Food Industry 14

The book describes the new advances in the science and technology of hydrocolloids which are used in food and related systems. Gums and Stabilisers for the Food Industry 14 captures the latest research findings of leading scientists which were presented at the Gums and Stabilisers for the Food Industry Conference at the North East Wales Institute in June 2007. The areas covered are: -Hydrocolloids and health -Developments in characterisation -Hydration and rheological properties of hydrocolloids -Interactions in mixed hydrocolloid systems -Hydrocolloid emulsifiers -Sensory - texture relationships -Innovative applications This book will be a useful information source to researchers and other professionals in industry and academia, particularly those involved with food science.