Secondary Metabolites in Stress and Disease Management: A Natural Alternative details the sources and diversity of microbial and plant secondary metabolites, the methods used for their detection and extraction, their novel applications in disease management, and inclusion in mainstream therapy. Organized into three main sections, the book begins by discussing the potential of microbes, plants, and microalgae as valuable sources of secondary metabolites, their role and mechanisms of action in symbiotic/competitive interactions, extractions and purification strategies, and the means to maximize their production. The book goes on to explore the utility of secondary metabolites in mitigating plant stress and their therapeutic impact on human health management. With contributions from experts in the field, Secondary Metabolites in Stress and Disease Management offers a useful resource to researchers, professors, graduate and postgraduate students, and industry professionals studying in applied microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry, pharmacology, and plant science.

• Provides a descriptive account of diverse secondary metabolites
• Illustrates classical and modern approaches for the detection and purification of secondary metabolites
• Describes the biological mechanisms of utilization for products counteracting stress and disease in humans and plants