Biopackaging

<p>This book examines the whole range of modern packaging options. It covers edible packaging based on carbohydrates proteins antioxidative and antimicrobial packaging and the chemistry of food and food packaging such as plasticization and polymer morphology. Issues related to shelf life and biodegradability are also discussed in addition to newly discovered processing and preservation techniques most notably modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) and active packaging (AP).</p>