Discovering nutrition [

Discovering Nutrition offers a concise look at the science of nutrition through the lens of today's issues and hot topics. In this compact, accessible overview, the central topics and scientific building blocks of nutrition are emphasized. The book follows the "life and times" of nutr...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Carr, Timothy P. (Author)
Corporate Author: Wiley InterScience (Online service)
Format: Electronic Book
Language:English
Published: Malden, Massachusetts : Blackwell Publications , c2003
Subjects:
Online Access:Wiley Online Library
Description
Summary:Discovering Nutrition offers a concise look at the science of nutrition through the lens of today's issues and hot topics. In this compact, accessible overview, the central topics and scientific building blocks of nutrition are emphasized. The book follows the "life and times" of nutrients from their presence in the environment and the body to their role in health and disease, with a focus throughout on the current practical and social issues.:.; Brief chapter overviews.; Essential Background and Key Points at the beginning of each chapter.; Descriptions of current dietary guidelines
Physical Description:vii, 214 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:0470693754 (electronic book)
0632045647
9780470693759 (electronic book)
9780632045648