Burgerstein's handbook of nutrition : micronutrients in the prevention and therapy of disease / Michael Zimmermann.
By: Zimmermann, Michael, M.D [author.]
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Contributor(s): Burgerstein, Lothar [author.].
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BookPublisher: Stuttgart ; New York : Thieme, 2001Description: ix, 270 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.ISBN: 9781588900623; 3131279516; 1588900622.Other title: Handbook of nutrition.Subject(s): Dietary supplements | Trace elements in nutrition | Vitamins in human nutrition | Amino acids in human nutritionDDC classification: 612.39 | Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Reference | MTU Bishopstown Library Reference | 612.39 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Not for loan | 00170558 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
The complete guide to treating and preventing illness through micronutrient therapy!
Prevention and Therapy Through Balanced Nutrition.
The selective use of micronutrients is a simple and practical method of nutritional therapy with proven effectiveness. This handbook gives both professionals and interested consumers a thorough understanding of the prevention and treatment of illness through balanced nutrition. A practical color key guides you through this handbook.
The basic principles of micronutrition: Micronutrient therapy concerns the treatment of illnesses with substances that are normally present in the human body, such as vitamins, minerals, trace elements, amino acids, and essential fatty acids. In this introductory section, you learn how to use this knowledge for enhanced health and well-being.
What is healthy nutrition? This section introduces the basic building blocks of balanced diet, and includes a brief introduction to vegetarian nutrition.
The micronutrients: In this section, all micronutrients are presented, along with a discussion of their functions in the body and their therapeutic benefits. The effects of deficiencies, and their manifestations, are described in detail.
Micronutrition through the life cycle: Micronutrient needs do not remain constant throughout life. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, for example, requirements are higher for many micronutrients. The nutritional needs of children differ greatly from those of the aged. The effect of nutrition and lifestyle on longevity is also discussed in this chapter.
Micronutrients in prevention and therapy: This important section provides detailed information on the use of micronutrients in the log-term prevention and therapy of specific conditions and diseases.
Appendix: Here you will find a variety of additional information on drug-micronutrient interactions, nutrient-nutrient interactions, and laboratory assessment of micronutrients status.
Michael Zimmermann, MD is Director of Postgraduate studies a the Laboratory for Human Nutrition, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Zurich, Switzerland.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The basic principles of micronutrition -- Micronutrients in food -- The micronutrients -- Micronutrition through the life cycle -- Micronutrients as prevention and therapy.
CIT Module FOOD 6001 - Core reading.
Table of contents provided by Syndetics
- 1 The Basic Principles of Micronutrition
- The Role of Micronutrients in Prevention and Therapy (p. 2)
- Mechanism of Action (p. 3)
- Variability in Micronutrient Requirements among Individuals (p. 5)
- Safety (p. 6)
- 2 Micronutrients in Foods
- Micronutrients in the Diets of Industrialized Countries (p. 10)
- The Difference between the Diet of Our Distant Ancestors and Our Diet Today (p. 12)
- Food Sources of Micronutrients (p. 13)
- Vegetables and Fruits (p. 13)
- Meat (Beef, Pork, Lamb, and Poultry) (p. 14)
- Eggs (p. 14)
- Milk and Milk Products (p. 14)
- Fish (p. 15)
- Cereals, Bread, Wheat Bran, and Wheat Germ (p. 15)
- Salt (p. 17)
- Vegetarian Diets (p. 18)
- 3 The Micronutrients
- Vitamins (p. 22)
- Vitamin A and Carotenoids (p. 22)
- Vitamin D (p. 26)
- Vitamin E (p. 29)
- Vitamin K (p. 33)
- Thiamin (Vitamin B1) (p. 34)
- Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (p. 37)
- Niacin (Vitamin B3) (p. 38)
- Vitamin B6 (p. 41)
- Folic Acid (p. 45)
- Vitamin B12 (p. 47)
- Pantothenic Acid (p. 50)
- Biotin (p. 52)
- Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) (p. 53)
- Minerals and Trace Elements (p. 58)
- Calcium (p. 58)
- Magnesium (p. 61)
- Potassium (p. 63)
- Iron (p. 65)
- Zinc (p. 69)
- Copper (p. 75)
- Molybdenum (p. 77)
- Chromium (p. 79)
- Iodine (p. 82)
- Selenium (p. 84)
- Fluoride (p. 87)
- Fats and Fat-Related Compounds (p. 89)
- Essential Fatty Acids: Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids (p. 89)
- Choline and Lecithin (p. 95)
- Amino Acids (p. 97)
- Branched-Chain Amino Acids: Leucine, Isoleucine, and Valine (p. 97)
- Arginine (p. 99)
- Lysine (p. 100)
- Glutamine (p. 101)
- Methionine (p. 103)
- Cysteine and Glutathione (p. 105)
- Phenylalanine and Tyrosine (p. 107)
- Tryptophan (p. 109)
- Taurine (p. 111)
- Carnitine (p. 113)
- Antioxidants and Free Radicals (p. 115)
- Free Radicals (p. 115)
- Antioxidants (p. 116)
- Coenzyme Q10 (p. 119)
- 4 Micronutrition through the Life Cycle
- Planning a Pregnancy (p. 122)
- Nutrition and Birth Defects (p. 123)
- Prepregnancy Weight (p. 123)
- Pregnancy (p. 124)
- Oral Contraception before Pregnancy (p. 124)
- Role of the Placenta (p. 124)
- Fetal Growth (p. 125)
- Nutritional Needs during Pregnancy (p. 125)
- Micronutrient Deficiency and Its Effect on Pregnancy (p. 127)
- Dietary and Environmental Hazards during Pregnancy (p. 128)
- Maternal Health Problems during Pregnancy (p. 130)
- Vitamin and Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy (p. 131)
- Summary (p. 132)
- Breastfeeding and Infancy (p. 134)
- Composition of Breast Milk (p. 134)
- Nutritional Needs during Breastfeeding (p. 134)
- Postpartum Depression (p. 136)
- Dietary Hazards: Caffeine and Alcohol (p. 137)
- Breastfeeding and Infant Health (p. 137)
- Nutrients of Special Importance for Infants (p. 138)
- Childhood and Adolescence (p. 141)
- Nutritional Needs (p. 141)
- Nutrition and Child Health (p. 145)
- Summary (p. 147)
- Aging and Longevity (p. 148)
- Aging (p. 148)
- Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Longevity (p. 148)
- Physical Changes of Aging and Their Impact on Nutritional Health (p. 151)
- Drugs and Nutritional Health (p. 153)
- Micronutrient Supplementation for Older Adults (p. 154)
- 5 Micronutrients as Prevention and Therapy
- Skin Care (p. 158)
- Introduction: Healthy Skin (p. 158)
- Dry Skin (p. 158)
- Aging Skin: Wrinkles and Age Spots (p. 159)
- Acne (p. 159)
- Psoriasis (p. 160)
- Eczema (p. 162)
- Eye and Ear Care (p. 163)
- Healthy Eyes (p. 163)
- Conjunctivitis and Styes (p. 163)
- Cataracts (p. 164)
- Glaucoma (p. 165)
- Middle Ear Infection (Otitis Media) (p. 165)
- Oral Health (p. 166)
- Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease (p. 166)
- Dental Caries (p. 167)
- Canker Sores (Oral Aphthae) (p. 168)
- Digestive Disorders (p. 169)
- Constipation and Diverticulitis (p. 169)
- Gastroesophageal Reflux (Heartburn) (p. 169)
- Peptic Ulcer (p. 170)
- Gallstones (p. 171)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease (p. 172)
- Obesity (p. 174)
- Cardiovascular Disease (p. 175)
- Introduction: Atherosclerosis (p. 175)
- Coronary Heart Disease (p. 176)
- Hypertension and Stroke (p. 179)
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (Intermittent Claudication) (p. 181)
- Disorders of Blood Sugar Regulation (p. 182)
- Diabetes (p. 182)
- Hypoglycemia (p. 184)
- Anemia (p. 187)
- Musculoskeletal Disorders (p. 188)
- Osteoarthritis (p. 188)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (p. 189)
- Osteoporosis (p. 191)
- Muscle Cramps (p. 192)
- Infectious Diseases (p. 194)
- The Immune System (p. 194)
- Colds and Influenza (p. 196)
- Herpes Simplex Infection (p. 197)
- HIV Infection and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) (p. 198)
- Cancer (p. 200)
- Allergic Disorders (p. 203)
- Allergic Rhinitis (p. 203)
- Asthma (p. 203)
- Food Allergies and Sensitivities (p. 204)
- Insomnia (p. 206)
- Nervous System Disorders I (p. 207)
- Migraine (p. 207)
- Learning Disabilities (p. 209)
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (p. 209)
- Hyperactivity (p. 210)
- Epilepsy (p. 211)
- Nervous System Disorders II (p. 213)
- Parkinson's Disease (p. 213)
- Multiple Sclerosis (p. 214)
- Memory and Concentration Loss (p. 215)
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease (p. 216)
- Psychiatric Disorders (p. 218)
- Anxiety and Nervous Tension (p. 218)
- Depression (p. 218)
- Women's Health (p. 220)
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) (p. 220)
- Fibrocystic Breast Disease (p. 221)
- Oral Contraceptives (p. 222)
- Cervical Dysplasia (Abnormal Pap Smear) (p. 223)
- Menopause (p. 223)
- Breast Cancer (p. 224)
- Urinary Tract Disorders (p. 226)
- Prostate Enlargement (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia) (p. 226)
- Nephrolithiasis (Kidney Stones) (p. 227)
- Stress and Fatigue (p. 229)
- Infertility (p. 231)
- Females (p. 231)
- Males (p. 232)
- Cigarette Smoking (p. 233)
- Heavy Alcohol Consumption (p. 235)
- Exposure to Heavy Metals (p. 237)
- Lead (p. 238)
- Aluminum (p. 238)
- Mercury (p. 238)
- Cadmium (p. 239)
- Minimizing Exposure to Toxic Metals (p. 239)
- Exercise and Sport (p. 241)
- Energy Sources: Carbohydrate and Fat (p. 241)
- Carbohydrate "Loading" (p. 242)
- The Pre-Event Meal (p. 243)
- Fluids (p. 243)
- Protein for Bodybuilding (p. 243)
- Vitamins and Minerals (p. 244)
- Appendix
- Appendix I Drug-Micronutrient Interactions (p. 248)
- Appendix II Nutrient-Nutrient Interactions (p. 253)
- Appendix III Laboratory Diagnosis of Micronutrient Status (p. 256)
- Index (p. 263)