Download or read book Functional Foods of the East written by John Shi and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2010-10-21 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Health and healing foods have a long history in the Asian cultures. Those of Eastern culture have long believed that food and medicine are from the same source and can treat illnesses and promote a healthier life. This volume covers certain traditional Asian functional foods, their history, functionality, health benefits, physiological properties,