Advanced Human Nutrition

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Jones & Bartlett Publishers, Dec 11, 2013 - Health & Fitness - 440 pages
Written for the upper-level undergrad or graduate level majors course, Advanced Human Nutrition, Third Edition provides an in-depth overview of the human body and details why nutrients are important from a biochemical, physiological, and molecular perspective. Through its writing style and numerous figures and illustrations, the Third Edition clearly outlines metabolism and the molecular functions of nutrients. A variety of pedagogical elements within the text, such as “Here’s Where You Have Been” and “Here’s Where You Are Going,” help clarify key points from the chapter and provide real-world examples that bring the content to life. New and Key Features of the Third Edition: • Includes new chapters on Fiber and Nutraceuricals and Functional Foods • “Before You Go On” sections asks students to reflect upon what they’ve just read, urging them to go back and re-read portions of the text if they do not readily grasp the material. • “Special Feature” boxes on focused topics add depth to the chapter and, in some cases, allow the student to view the application of basic science. • The end-of-chapter summary reiterates key points from the chapter and helps students prepare for future exams.
 

Contents

CHAPTER 1 Foundations of the Human Body
1
CHAPTER 2 Digestion and Absorption
33
Energy Metabolism and More
55
Digestion and Health
91
Fatty Acids Triglycerides Phospholipids and Sterols
107
Function Quantity and Quality
143
CHAPTER 7 Water
187
CHAPTER 8 Metabolism Energy Balance and Body Weight and Composition
203
CHAPTER 10 FatSoluble Vitamins
265
CHAPTER 11 WaterSoluble Vitamins
293
CHAPTER 12 Major Minerals
329
CHAPTER 13 Minor Minerals
355
CHAPTER 14 Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods
397
Glossary
413
Index
427
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CHAPTER 9 Nutrition Exercise and Athletic Performance
239

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