This title includes a number of Open Access chapters.The field of clinical nutrition as a whole seeks to consider the nutrition of patients within the healthcare system, paying attention to the interactions between diet, nutrition, and disease. To that end, this book discusses nutrition as both a contributing and managing factor in relation to dise

Following up on the success of its highly-regarded predecessor, the Second Edition covers the most important topics pertinent to the world of clinical nutrition. It emphasizes the importance of nutrition to medicine and allied health sciences, and how the principles of good nutrition can enhance day-to-day clinical practice and profiles real clinical cases to facilitate the understanding and application of nutrition principles. This new edition features new chapters and fully updated material on nutraceuticals, alternative medicine and nutritional supplements, nutritional epidemiology, gene-nutrient interaction, and helps the reader understand why each nutrient is required for good health.

Get up to date on clinical nutrition for school, work, or your own health From the proper function of the major organs and the role that proper nutrition plays in their functioning, to a breakdown of carbs, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals, Clinical Nutrition For Dummies provides you with the easy-to-read guide you need to immerse yourself in the subject! Written in the fun style that the For Dummies series has become known for, the book is perfect for students in the wide variety of fields that require an in-depth understanding of clinical nutrition, or for those who want to improve their own lives through better nutrition. Dive right into the book for an exploration of the chemical and functional components of food, how to properly assess your nutritional intake, the changing face of nutrition throughout the human lifespan, and so much more! This handy resource offers a wealth of information, and specifically addresses the growing obesity and diabetes epidemics that promise to make the study of clinical nutrition more important than ever. Includes a complete breakdown of the relationship between nutrition and chronic diseases. Explores the nutritional requirements at various life stages, from pediatric through geriatric Features information on the importance of proper nutrition during pregnancy Shares tips for modifying dietary intake and health behavior theory, along with properly communicating health information Clinical Nutrition For Dummies is your complete, fun guide to the topic of nutrition—dive in today to get started on the pathway to mastering this increasingly important subject.

Nutrition manuals and textbooks are usually written to meet the needs of nutritionists or would-be nutritionists. This manual has been written to meet the needs of health professionals who are not nutritionists, including physicians, nurses and pharmacists. The aim is to acquaint readers in these professions with the principles of nutrition and the application of nutrition to the better delivery of health care.

Abstract: Clinical nutrition is intimately bound with the rest of medicine but until recently was neglected in medical training. Emphasis must be put on clinical nutrition techniques and education improvement to adequately deal with three major problems in the United States: 1) malnutrition; 2) ignorance of the American people of the composition of an adequate diet; 3) high saturated fat content in the diet. Dietary therapy must be integrated with total patient care and depends on good nutrition. Medical personnel should be aware of the nutritional status of patients and be able to nutritionally assess patients to ensure adequate nourishment for healing. Special diets, assessment techniques and diet therapy recommendations are included for obesity, gastrointestinal diseases, endocrinology and metabolism, cardiovascular diseases, treatment of surgical patients, and renal disorders. The effects of drug-nutrient interactions can include appetite altering, taste changes, and a modification in intestinal motility, absorption or metabolism of nutrients.

A comprehensive guide for survey planning, study and questionnaire design, and execution and presentation of research. Topics include evidence-based practice, appetite assessment, estimating sample size, economic analysis, using DRIs to assess intake and creating consumer research nutrition messages. This book is invaluable for practicing professionals and students.

Abstract: A text designed to enhance medical students' and physicians' awareness of medical matters in clinical practice provides basic information concerning the biological aspects of nutrition for patient care. Topics include: nutritional assessment; nutrition counseling techniques; therapeutic nutrition modalities; nutritional needs of high risk groups (pregnancy, lactation, infancy to old age); nutrition controversies; the effects of drug-nutrient interactions; and the nutritional aspects of a variety of specific disease states (e.g., obesity, atherosclerosis, hypertension, diabetes, osteoporosis, renal dysfunction, rickets, osteomalacia, gastrointestinal disorders, liver and bilary diseases, alcoholism). The nutritional aspects of minerals also are discussed. Reference information and data on food energy values and on specific nutrients and their requirements are appended. (wz).

Applied Veterinary Clinical Nutrition Well-referenced clinical resource for canine and feline nutrition, with expansions throughout and two new chapters covering birds and small mammals. Fully revised to reflect new advances and information throughout, the Second Edition of Applied Veterinary Clinical Nutrition presents current, authoritative information on all aspects of small companion animal nutrition. The book provides clinically oriented solutions for integrating nutrition into clinical practice, with introductory chapters covering the foundation and science behind the recommendations and extensive references for further reading in every chapter. With contributions from more than 25 leading veterinary nutritionists, Applied Veterinary Clinical Nutrition covers topics such as: Integration of nutrition into clinical practice, basic nutrition, energy requirements, and pet food regulations in North America and Europe that also apply to many other regions Using and reviewing pet food labels and product guides, feeding the healthy dog and cat, and abridged clinical nutrition topics for companion avian species & small mammals Commercial and home-prepared diets, and nutritional management of body weight and orthopedic, skin, and gastrointestinal diseases Nutritional management of exocrine, hepatobiliary, kidney, lower urinary tract, endocrine, cardiovascular, and oncological diseases as well as enteral and parenteral nutrition A valuable resource on the principles of small animal nutrition and feeding practices in health or disease, Applied Veterinary Clinical Nutrition is a widely trusted and practical daily reference for veterinary practitioners including specialists, residents, and students seeking expert information on feeding their canine, feline, avian, and small mammalian patients.

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