PDF-(BOOK)-The Vitamins: Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health

The fourth edition of this bestselling text will again provide the latest coverage of the biochemistry and physiology of vitamins and vitaminlike substances Extensively revised and expanded on the basis of recent research findings with enlarged coverage of health effects of vitaminlike factors it is ideally suited for students and an important reference for anyone interested in nutrition food science animal science or endocrinology It contains a cohesive and wellorganized presentation of each of the vitamins as well as the history of their discoveries and current information about their roles in nutrition and health Selected for inclusion in Doodys Core Titles 2013 an essential collection development tool for health sciences libraries Includes approximately 30 new material Substantial updates have been made to chapters on vitamins A C E K folate and the quasivitamins Provides checklists of systems affected by vitamin deficiencies and food sources of vitamins Key concepts learning objectives vocabularycase studies study questions and additional reading lists are included making this ideally suited for students Thoroughly updated with important recent research results including citations to key reports many added tables and several new figures Addition of Health and Nutrition Examination Survey HANES III data Updated Dietary Reference Values. Shining a Spotlight on the . Power of Vitamins. About the Campaign. The . Vitamins in Motion . campaign is an initiative to . raise awareness. and . advocate . for increased access, through . innovative solutions. Shining a Spotlight on the . Power of Vitamins. About the Campaign. The . Vitamins in Motion . campaign is an initiative to . raise awareness. and . advocate . for increased access, through . innovative solutions. Junior Health . The Importance of GOOD nutrition. Good nutrition enhances your quality of life and helps you prevent disease. It provides you with the calories and nutrients your body needs for maximum energy and wellness.. Nutrition Basics. Objectives. Relate earlier scientific findings to today’s understanding of nutrition.. Identify and briefly describe essential nutrients.. Relate the understanding of nutrition to physical well-being.. Nutrition Basics. Objectives. Relate earlier scientific findings to today’s understanding of nutrition.. Identify and briefly describe essential nutrients.. Relate the understanding of nutrition to physical well-being.. NUTRITION -. is the science that studies how body makes use of food. DIET. - is everything you eat and drink. NUTRIENTS. - are the substances in food. CALORIES – See the next slide. A calorie is a unit of energy produced by food and used by the body . Dr. Kimberly Balas. Why Is Nutrition Important to Health?. It is the basis of a well-functioning immune system. Nutritional Science. Investigates the metabolic and physiological responses of the body to food and diet, including the role of nutrients in the cause, treatment and prevention of disease . Topics. Vitamins. Water-soluble . vitamins. vitamin . B. vitamin . C. Fat-soluble . vitamins. vitamin . A. vitamin . D. vitamin . E. vitamin . K. 2. Vitamins . 3. Vitamins. Vitamins are micronutrients. College Athletes. What is Nutrition. Obtaining . the food necessary for health and growth. .. Branch . of science that deals with . nutrients. Three Marco-Nutrients. Two Micro-Nutrients. Why is Nutrition Important. Meeting the body’s needs for energy and nutrients is essential for good health. . Intakes of energy and/or nutrients below or in excess of needs over time can effect health and lead to health problems.. \"The Vitamins: Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health, Fifth Edition, provides the latest coverage of the biochemistry and physiology of vitamins and vitamin-like substances. Health-related themes present insights into the use of vitamins, not only for general nutritional balance, but also as a factor in the prevention and/or treatment of specific health issues, such as overall immunity, inflammatory diseases, obesity, and anemia. Readers will gain an understanding of the roles vitamins play in gene expression and epigenetics, providing important information on the further development of personalized medical treatments that will also allow them to establish appropriate dietary programs based on individual genetic profiles. This cohesive, well-organized presentation of each vitamin includes key words, case studies, and coverage of the metabolic functions of appropriate vitamins. The readability of this complex content is highly regarded by students, instructors, researchers, and professionals alike.
Includes diagnostic trees for vitamin deficiencies to help readers visually understand and recognize signs of specific deficiencies
Updated tables and figures throughout serve as quick references and support key takeaways
Provides learning aids, such as call-out boxes to increase comprehension and retention of important concepts
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