Particulate Matter Contamination of Bee Pollen in an Industrial Area of the Po Valley (Italy)

The global demand for bee pollen as a dietary supplement for human nutrition is increasing. Pollen, which comprises proteins and lipids from bees’ diets, is rich in essential amino acids, omega fatty acids, and bioactive compounds that can have beneficial effects on human health. However, bee pollen...

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Main Authors: Giulia Papa, Giancarlo Capitani, Marco Pellecchia, Ilaria Negri
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-12-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/23/11390