Burgerstein’s Handbook Of Nutrition — Micronutrients in the Prevention and Therapy of Disease
Michael Zimmermann, M.D. Senior Scientist, Director of Postgraduate Studies, The Laboratory for Human Nutrition, Swiss federal Institute of Technology.
The selective use of micronutrients is a simple and practical method of nutritional therapy with proven effectiveness. This handbook gives professionals a thorough understanding of the prevention and treatment of illness through balanced nutrition.
Features
A practical colour key guides you through this handbook
The basic principles of micronutrient: Micronutrient therapy concerns the treatment of illness with substances that are normally present in the human body, such as vitamins, minerals, trace elements, amino acids, and essential fatty acids. In this section, you learn how to use this knowledge for enhanced health and well being.
What is healthy nutrition?: This section introduces the basic building blocks of the balanced diet, and includes a brief introduction to vegetarian nutrition.
The micronutrients: In this section, all micronutrients are presented, along with a discussion of their functions in the body and their therapeutic benefits. The effects of deficiencies, and their manifestations, are described in detail.
Micronutrition through the life cycle: Micronutrient needs do not remain constant throughout life. During pregnancy and breast-feeding, for example, requirements are higher for many micronutrients. The nutritional needs of children differ greatly from those of the aged. The effect of nutrition and lifestyle on longevity is also discussed in the chapter.
Micronutrients in prevention and therapy: This important section provides detailed information on the use of micronutrients in the long-term prevention and therapy of specific conditions and diseases.
Appendix: Here you will find a variety of additional information on drug-micronutrient interactions, nutrient-nutrient interactions, and laboratory assessment of micronutrient status.
Table Of Contents
The Basic Principles of Micronutrition: The Role of Micronutrients in Prevention and Therapy, Mechanisms of Action, Variability in Micronutrient Requirements Among Individuals, Safety. Micronutrients in Foods: Micronutrients in the Diets of Industrialized Countries, The Difference Between the Diet of our Distant Ancestors and our Diet Today, Food Sources of Micronutrients, Vegetarian Diets. The Micronutrients: Vitamins, Minerals and Trace Elements, Fats and Fat-Related Compounds, Amino Acids, Antioxidants and Free Radicals. Micronutrition through the Life Cycle: Planning a Pregnancy, Pregnancy, Breastfeeding and Infancy, Childhood and Adolescence, Aging and Longevity. Micronutrients as Prevention and Therapy: Skin Care, Eye and Ear Care, Oral Health, Digestive Disorders, Obesity, Cardiovascular Disease, Disorders of Blood Sugar Regulation, Anemia, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Infectious Diseases, Cancer, Allergic Disorders, Insomnia, Nervous System Disorders I, Nervous System Disorders II, Psychiatric Disorders, Women’s Health, Urinary Tract Disorders, Stress and Fatigue, Infertility, Cigarette Smoking, Heavy Alcohol Consumption, Exposure to Heavy Metals, Exercise and Sport.
ISBN 3131279516 88 Illustrations 164 Tables 270 pages Thieme