The Complete Guide to Health and NutritionAbstract: A comprehensive, objective source book covers the basics of health and nutrition for the general public, nutritionists, and physicians, organized into a reference handbook of nutrient classes and key nutritional topics. The text is organized into major sections that present facts and health information on proteins; carbohydrates for energy and fiber; fats and oils; vitamins and health; and the role of minerals in health maintenance. Each of the sections include questions and answers, capsulated facts, specific examples, and summaries. The information presented also is directly related to major current health issues, and was derived from the scientific literature and interviews with numerous health scientists and nutritional authorities. (wz). |
Contents
Protein | 1 |
Energy and Fiber for Health | 51 |
How Fats and Oils Affect Your Health 172 128 | 172 |
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The Complete Guide to Health and Nutrition: A Sourcebook for a Healthier Life Gary Null, Ph.D. No preview available - 1986 |
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