This book �Arecanut� has come up on a right time when arecanut has been allegedly associated with the ill-effects of human health despite having the rich history of medicinal properties and scientific evidences supporting the health benefits. Authors have dispelled the myths surrounding the use of arecanut and highlighted the economic and health benefits. The book also delves into all the crop management strategies and processing techniques, and economic aspects making it an appropriate ready-reckoner for cultivators, researchers, students, plantation managers, medical practioners and the policy makers alike. .