What is nutrition in the prevention and treatment of disease third edition is an authoritative and comprehensive source of up-to-date information on the role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of disease. The book provides an overview of the current state of knowledge on the role of nutrition in health and disease, with particular emphasis on modern approaches to nutrition-related diseases.
The book is divided into four main parts. The first part provides an overview of the principles of nutrition and their application to the clinical practice of medicine. Topics covered include nutrition basics, digestion, absorption, metabolism and nutritional biochemistry, vitamins and minerals, and dietary guidelines. The second part focuses on the role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of specific diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, obesity, and gastrointestinal diseases. The third part discusses the role of nutrition in the public health arena, including nutrition education, food security, and food labeling. The fourth part discusses the impact of nutrition on the global health burden of disease and the efforts to reduce the burden of malnutrition, chronic diseases, and global health disparities.
What is Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease Third Edition is a valuable resource for health professionals, researchers, and students of nutrition and public health. It is an invaluable addition to the library of any individual or institution interested in the role of nutrition in health and disease.