Nutrition : a functional approach

Thompson, Janice 1962- (Author). Sheeshka, Judy Diane, 1952- (Added Author). Manore, Melinda, 1951- (Added Author).

Summary: Nutrition: A Functional Approach was written with the student in mind. Instead of relying on rote memorization, Nutrition takes a functional approach that presents micronutrients in the context of their function, rather than by their classification. This approach helps learners organize the information and appreciate the science of nutrients, as well as better understand their role in the body and in overall health. This updated edition features new Canadian content, with a focus on the recently published Eating Well with Canada?s Food Guide. As well, this book presents cutting-edge research from the field and features more comprehensive end-of-chapter review material to help students get a better grade.

Record details

ISBN: 9780321740212 :
Physical Description: print
xxvii, 609 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
Edition: 2nd Canadian ed.
Publisher: Toronto : Pearson Benjamin Cummings, c2010.

Content descriptions

General Note:	New April 2011.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	The role of nutrition in our health -- Planning a nutritious diet -- What happens to the food we eat? -- Carbohydrates: bountiful sources of energy and nutrients -- Lipids: essential energy-supplying nutrients -- Proteins: crucial components of all body tissues -- Nutrients involved in fluid and electrolyte balance -- Nutrients that may function as antioxidants -- Nutrients involved in bone health -- Nutrients involved in energy metabolism and blood health -- Achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight -- Nutrition and physical activity: keys to good health -- Disordered eating -- Food safety and technology: impact on customers -- Nutrition through the life cycle: pregnancy and the first year of life -- Nutrition through the life cycle: childhood to late adulthood -- Appendix A: Nutrient values of food -- Appendix B: Calculations and conversions -- Appendix C: Physical activity recommendations for Canadians: older adults, children, and youth -- Appendix D: Traditional organization of nutrients -- Appendix E: Foods containing caffeine -- Appendix F: Stature-for-age charts -- Appendix G: Organizations and resources -- Appendix H: Dietary reference intake tables -- Appendix I: Dietary guidelines for Americans 2005: key recommendations for the general populations -- Answers to review questions -- Glossary.