Introduction to Human Nutrition

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Susan A. Lanham-New (Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK) Thomas R. Hill

Introduction to Human Nutrition

Susan A. Lanham-New (Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK), Thomas R. Hill, Alison M. Gallagher , Hester H. Vorster (Faculty of Health Sciences, Lipid Clinic, Potchefstroom, South Africa)

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Wiley-Blackwell
05 December 2019

Dietetics & nutrition

Series: The Nutrition Society Textbook

Now in its third edition, the best-selling Introduction to Human Nutrition continues to foster an integrated, broad knowledge of the discipline and presents the fundamental principles of nutrition science in an accessible way. With up-to-date coverage of a range of topics from food composition and dietary reference standards to phytochemicals and contemporary challenges of global food safety, this comprehensive text encourages students to think critically about the many factors and influences of human nutrition and health outcomes.

Offers a global, multidisciplinary perspective on food and nutrition Covers nutrition and metabolism of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and vitamins and minerals Explores new developments in functional foods, supplements and food fortification, and future challenges for nutrition research and practice Explains the digestion, absorption, circulatory transport, and cellular uptake of nutrients Demonstrates the structure and characteristics of nutrients, and the relationship with disease prevention

A primary text in nutritional science classes worldwide, Introduction to Human Nutrition is a vital resource for students in areas of nutrition, dietetics, and related subjects that involve principles of nutrition science.

Edited by: Susan A. Lanham-New (Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences University of Surrey Guildford UK), Thomas R. Hill, Alison M. Gallagher, Hester H. Vorster (Faculty of Health Sciences, Lipid Clinic, Potchefstroom, South Africa)
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 3rd edition
Dimensions: Height: 252mm, Width: 201mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 1.157kg
ISBN: 9781119476979
ISBN 10: 1119476976
Series: The Nutrition Society Textbook
Pages: 488
Publication Date: 05 December 2019
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Contributors vii Preface ix Series Foreword xi About the Companion Website xii 1 Introduction to Human Nutrition: A Global Perspective on Food and Nutrition 1 Susan A. Lanham-New, Marcela Moraes Mendes, and Hester H. Vorster 2 Measuring Dietary Intake 13 Una E. MacIntyre and Friedeburg AM. Wenhold 3 Food Composition 56 Hettie C. Schönfeldt and Beluah Pretorius 4 Dietary Reference Standards 74 Kate M. Younger 5 Body Composition 85 Anja Bosy‐Westphal, Paul Deurenberg, and Manfred James Müller 6 Energy Metabolism 113 Gareth A. Wallis 7 Nutrition and Metabolism of Proteins and Amino Acids 131 D. Joe Millward 8 Digestion and Metabolism of Carbohydrates 161 John C. Mathers 9 Nutrition and Metabolism of Lipids 177 Bruce A. Griffin and Stephen C. Cunnane 10 The Vitamins 218 David A. Bender 11 Minerals and Trace Elements 280 JJ. Strain, Alison J. Yeates, and Kevin D. Cashman 12 Phytochemicals 339 Gary Williamson 13 Physical Activity: Concepts, Assessment Methods and Public Health Considerations 352 Angela Carlin, Marie H. Murphy, and Alison M. Gallagher 14 Nutrition Research Methodology 367 J. Alfredo Martínez, Estefania Toledo, and Miguel A. Martinez‐Gonzalez 15 Food Safety: A Public Health Issue of Growing Importance 388 Catherine M. Burgess, Cristina Arroyo, Declan J. Bolton, Martin Danaher, Lisa O’Connor, Patrick J. O’Mahony, and Christina Tlustos 16 Food and Nutrition: Policy and Regulatory Issues 418 Aideen McKevitt, James Gallagher, and Cassandra H. Ellis 17 Food and Nutrition‐Related Diseases: The Global Challenge 439 Thomas R. Hill and Georg Lietz Introduction to Human Nutrition, Editor Biographies 453 Index 456

Susan A. Lanham-New is Head of the Department, Nutritional Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK. Thomas R. Hill is Professor of Nutrition, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK. Alison M. Gallagher is Head of the Doctoral College, Ulster University, Coleraine, NI. Hester H. Vorster is Emeritus Professor, North-West University, Potchefstroom, ZA.

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