Julian E Spallholz, Mallory Boylan, Judy A Driskell

Nutrition

Chemistry and Biology, Second Edition

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Nutrition: Chemistry and Biology, Second Edition, offers a comprehensive overview of the chemistry and physiology of nutrition to students majoring in the general areas of nutrition, food science, exercise, and the premedical fields. This textbook includes refresher chapters on basic principles of inorganic and organic chemistry, biochemistry, and thermodynamic principles relating to nutrition. Topics addressed include how nutrients are utilized at the cellular and organ system level, the role of nutrients in metabolism, and the role of vitamins and minerals in enzyme activity.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
• 2nd edition
• Seitenzahl: 360
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. Dezember 1998
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 246mm x 158mm x 24mm
• Gewicht: 644g
• ISBN-13: 9780849385049
• ISBN-10: 0849385040
• Artikelnr.: 22349316

Autorenporträt

Spallholz, Julian E.; Boylan, Mallory; Driskell, Judy A.

Inhaltsangabe

The Elements of Life
Macronutrients: The Energy Nutrients
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Proteins
Micronutrients: The Catalysts
Vitamins
Minerals
Water: The Most Important Nutrient
Bioavailability of Nutrients
Nutrient Digestion
Nutrient Absorption
Cellular Metabolism
Body Energy
Components of Cells
Energy Utilization
Catabolic Pathways
Anabolic Pathways
Nucleic Acids, Genes, and Protein Synthesis
Metabolic Aspects
Free Radicals, Lipid Peroxidation, and the Antioxidants
Digestive and Metabolic Interactions between Medications and
Nutrients/Foods
Nutrient Metabolism and Dietary Recommendations
Appendices
Basic Concepts in Chemistry and Biology
Photosynthesis
References