Perspectives in Nutrition

perspectives In Nutrition, Seventh Edition, Is An Introductory Nutrition Text Appropriate For The Majors And Mixed-majors Nutrition Courses. This Student-focused Text Presents The Major Concepts In Nutrition Including The Body's Use Of Food Nutrients And Diet Planning Throughout The Life Cycle. The Text Places Special Emphasis On The Application Of Nutrition Principles In Everyday Life By Exploring The Health Consequences Of Nutrition Practices.

manisha Harisingh Maskay

this Third Edition Provides A Comprehensive And Lucid Overview Of The Principles Of Nutrition And Their Application. This Edition Includes New Features Such As Critical Thinking Questions, Nutrition Focus Boxes, And More Expert Opinions, Which Enable The Reader To Grapple With Important Issues And Develop An Improved Understanding Of The Complexities Of Nutrition. The Book Seeks To Support Introductory Nutrition Courses. It Presents A Range Of Topics, Including The Elements Of Nutrition Science, Perspectives In Current Nutrition Research, Expert Opinions On Controversial Nutrition Issues, And An Invitation To Apply Nutrition Principles To Case Studies. It Is Geared To A Diverse Body Of Students Majoring In Nutrition, Health Sciences, Home Economics, And Physical Education. Medical And Dental Students Would Benefit From The Case-study Approach. This Edition Has Features That Will Augment Learning. Sections On Basic Chemistry And Mathematics In The Appendix Provide Tools To Improve Understanding Of Nutrition Concepts. The Comprehensive Glossary, Definitions In Text Margins, And Well-designed, Strategically Placed Illustrations Will Contribute To Better Comprehension. The Expert Opinions Expose Students To Leaders In Nutrition And Assist In The Evaluation Of Scientific Evidence. Availability Of Reliable Nutrition Resources In The Appendix And Carefully Selected Current References At The End Of Each Chapter Also Furnish Avenues To Reinforce Knowledge. The Case Studies Promote Application Of Nutrition Principles To Actual Situations. The Inclusion Of Cartoons Within The Text, However, Undermines The Serious Nature Of The Material And Does Not Add To The Quality Of This Book.attractive And Easy To Read, This Book Successfully Melds Scientific Concepts With Practical Applications. It Enables The Reader To Develop A Clear Understanding Of Complex Nutrition Concepts. This Is An Excellent Resource For The Beginning Nutrition Student, As A Textbook A For An Introductory Nutrition Course, As Well As A Reliable And Clear Reference On Basic Nutrition.