The Essential Guide to Vitamins and Minerals
- ISBN-10
- 0062715941
- ISBN-13
- 9780062715944
- Category
- Minerals in human nutrition
- Pages
- 449
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1995
- Author
- Elizabeth Somer
Description
The Essential Guide to Vitamins and Minerals provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date assessment of the importance of vitamins and minerals as reported by medical research studies and testing from leading institutions around the world. In three parts this book 1) Gives a detailed profile of over 40 vitamins and minerals (including nutrient-nutrient interactions), 2) Examines the effects of vitamins and minerals on over 40 diseases and conditions, and 3) Lays out guidelines for creating the vitamin/mineral-rich diet. In addition, here you'll find everything you need to know about: Antioxidants and the Prevention of Disease and Premature Aging Vitamins, Minerals, and the Body The Recommended Daily Intakes Marginal Deficiencies Vitamins, Minerals, and the Immune System How Medications, Alcohol, and Tobacco Affect Nutrient Status Vitamins, Minerals, and Food Understanding and Choosing Supplements Meal-Planning Guidelines Convenience, Fast, and Snack Foods Special Diets
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Other editions
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- 1996-01-04
- 464 pages
- Paperback
- Collins Reference
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