A Recent Trend on Functional and Therapeutic Role of Carob Beans In Food Products

Authors

Shadma Naaz, Nishtha Khansili, Shweta Sharma

Abstract

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Shadma Naaz, Nishtha Khansili, Shweta Sharma . A Recent Trend on Functional and Therapeutic Role of Carob Beans In Food Products. J. Multidiscip. Res. Healthcare. 2022, 09, 11-30