- Paperback: 152 pages
- Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 4th Edition edition (4 Sep 2003)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0727916645
- ISBN-13: 978-0727916648
- Product Dimensions: 29.6 x 20.6 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 876,327 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"Almost everyone will find something new. It is a pleasure to recommend this book" – Trends in Food Science and Technology
"One of the most usable, concise, clearly written, and unambiguous sources of information about the science and practice of nutrition."
"Ranks as one of the most concise, well written, and useful books for those healthcare professionals who want to know how nutrition should best be practiced."
Nutrition and Dietetics (2004) 61:2
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This well established ABC has been updated with new charts, illustrations and guidelines on aspects of nutrition which affect heart disease, blood pressure, chronic diseases such as diabetes and some types of cancer. The book also contains the most current nutritional recommendations for pregnancy and infant feeding as well as advice for children and adults young and old. With chapters covering nutritional deficiencies in both developing and affluent countries as well as eating disorders and obesity, this latest edition has worldwide relevance.
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For some doctors in affluent countries the first question about prevention of coronary heart disease (CHD) nowadays is whether to write a prescription for one of the statins (simvastatin, pravastatin, fluvastatin, atorvastatin, etc) which inhibit an early step of cholesterol biosynthesis in the body (see p 7). Read the first page
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For some doctors in affluent countries the first question about prevention of coronary heart disease (CHD) nowadays is whether to write a prescription for one of the statins (simvastatin, pravastatin, fluvastatin, atorvastatin, etc) which inhibit an early step of cholesterol biosynthesis in the body (see p 7). Read the first page
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Truely the ABC of Nutrition. This is a marvellous guide for all those who want to take care of their health like me. I bought this book and it helped me lose over a kilo in weight in two months. It taught me how important it is to look after your food intake and consume the right nutrients...this book has been a big help in helping me take charge of my health...
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