The essential guide to vitamins and minerals. Nutrition as a way of life -- Vitamins, minerals, and the body --The vitamins -- The minerals -- Vitamins, minerals, and disease -- How medications, alcohol, and tobacco affect vitamin and mineral status -- Vitamins, minerals, and food -- Understanding supplements. 2nd ed.
1995
Somer E.
Provides a comprehensive and up-to-date assessment of the importance of vitamins and minerals as reported by medical research studies and testing from leading institutions around the world. Gives a detailed profile of over 40 vitamins and minerals (including nutrient-nutrient interactions), examines the effects of vitamins and minerals on over 40 diseases and conditions, and lays out guidelines for creating a vitamin/mineral-rich diet. Discusses antioxidants and the prevention of disease and premature aging; vitamins, minerals, and the body; the recommended daily intakes; marginal deficiencies; vitamins, minerals, and the immune system; how medications, alcohol, and tobacco affect nutrient status; vitamins, minerals, and food; understanding and choosing supplements; meal-planning guidelines; convenience, fast, and snack foods; special diets; etc.
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