Main conclusion Role of terpenes and isoprenoids has been pivotal in the survival and
evolution of higher plants in various ecoregions. These products find application in the …

The strawberry is one of the world's most popular fruits, providing humans with vitamins,
fibers, and antioxidants. Cultivated strawberry (Fragaria× ananassa) is an allo-octoploid and …

Diet is a key determinant of human gut microbiome variation. However, the fine-scale
relationships between daily food choices and human gut microbiome composition remain …

The probability that fruit ingestion may protect human health is an intriguing vision and has
been studied around the world. Therefore, fruits are universally promoted as healthy. Over …

Intensively bred fruit crops, including tomatoes and strawberries, are widely viewed as
lacking flavour. The lack of breeder focus on the consumer is largely due to the genetic …

Although they are staple foods in cuisines globally, many commercial fruit varieties have
become progressively less flavorful over time. Due to the cost and difficulty associated with …

The enduring relationship between dietary patterns and human health has led us to
investigate the bioactive components present in fruits and vegetables for a very long time …

Fruits and vegetables (F&V) are an indispensable part of a healthy diet. The volatile and
nonvolatile compounds present in F&V constitute unique flavor substances. This paper …

Breeding crops for improved flavor is challenging due to the high cost of sensory evaluation
and the difficulty of connecting sensory experience to chemical composition. The main goal …

When questioned, people typically report that different foods are appropriate at different
times of the year. That is, patterns of food consumption exhibit seasonal variations. Changes …