The Essential Guide to Vitamins and Minerals: Second Edition, Revised and Updated
ISBN-10:
0062733451
ISBN-13:
9780062733450
Author(s): Health Media Of America; Somer,Elizabeth
Edition: 2
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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