Diet, Nutrition and Health

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Vitamins. 3. Minerals. 4. Protein. 5. Carbohydrates. 6. Fats. Index.

"This book integrates the biological, nutritional, and health aspects of antioxidant status. Many contributors integrate and transfer the knowledge of free radicals and antioxidants from the test-tube to the laboratory of the biologist, clinical nutritionist and medical researcher, as well as to the office of the dietician, nutritionist and physician.

Topics examined include factors affecting and methods for evaluating antioxidant status in humans; effect of diet and physiological stage on antioxidant status; and the role of antioxidant status in diet, nutrition and health. The aim of this book is provide the role of diet in maintaining good health and minimizing the risk of chronic diseases. The theme also includes the development and implementation of dietary guidelines." (jacket)