SCIENCE OF NUTRITION, THE

This Second Edition adds new learning aids to further help readers learn and apply the material. Additionally, learning and teaching aids have been expanded for readers, including a new version of MyDietAnalysis, available in both online and CD-ROM formats.

Key Topics: The Role of Nutrition in Our Health, Designing a Healthful Diet, The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat?, Carbohydrates: Bountiful Sources of Energy and Nutrients, In-Depth: Alcohol, Lipids: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients, Proteins: Crucial Components of All Body Tissues, Metabolism: From Food to Life, In-Depth: Vitamins &Minerals: Micronutrients with Macro Powers, Nutrients Involved in Energy Metabolism, Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Nutrients Involved in Antioxidant Function, In-Depth: Phytochemicals and Functional Foods, Nutrients Involved in Bone Health, Nutrients Involved in Blood Health and Immunity, Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight, In-Depth: Disordered Eating, Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health, Food Safety and Technology: Impact on Consumers, Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Pregnancy and the First Year of Life, Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Childhood and Adolescence, Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: The Later Years, Global Nutrition, Appendices, Answers to Review Questions, Glossary, Index, Credits