Published June, 2021
By Dominique Meynial-Denis and Meynial-Denis Dominique
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
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Glutamine: Biochemistry, Physiology, and Clinical Applications describes the different functions of glutamine (Gln) in animals and humans. Gln is both a nutrient and a signaling molecule, and its functions go beyond those of a simple metabolic fuel or protein precursor. This book has gathered together, in an unbiased an

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Published June, 2021
By Elena Philippou
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
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The Glycemic Index: Applications in Practice has gathered together, in an unbiased and critical way, all the evidence and research on GI, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, obesity, polycystic ovary syndrome, pregnancy outcomes, sports performance, eye health, and cognitive functioning. It provides a de

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Published June, 2021
By Victoria Hall-Moran and Nicola M. Lowe
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
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Nutrients play a significant role in brain development throughout fetal and postnatal life. This book reviews the evidence from animal and human research, highlighting the influence of specific nutrients on brain function and cognitive development. With a unique, integrative approach to the nutritional, environmental, and genetic influences on b

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Published June, 2021
By Shirin Anil
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
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Healthful Eating As Lifestyle (HEAL): Integrative Prevention for Non-Communicable Diseases highlights the importance of HEAL as an intervention for the prevention and cure of non-communicable diseases, as well as the prevention and treatment of its risk factors like hypertension, high cholesterol, obesity, smoking, incr

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Published June, 2021
By Jean Guy LeBlanc, Alejandra de Moreno de LeBlanc, Marcela Albuquerque Cavalcanti de Albuquerque and Raquel Bedani
Publisher: Taylor & Francis (CRC Press)
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This book explores advances in new promising Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) functionalities such as the effect on vitamin D receptor expression and the impact on neurodegeneratives pathologies. An update in the use of lactic acid bacteria and probiotics technologies to develop new functional foods and functional pharmaceutical and cosmetic products is also provided.

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Published June, 2021
By Michael I. Goran
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
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In recent years there has been tremendous progress in the understanding of childhood obesity and in strategies for prevention and treatment. This book presents current reviews on the complex problem of obesity from the multi-level causes throughout early life and the implications of this for long-term disease risk. It reviews numerous types of s

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Published June, 2021
By Chad M. Kerksick and Elizabeth Fox
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
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This book explores the optimal sports nutrition needs for the child and adolescent athlete in three, detailed sections. The first section focuses on the need for optimal nutrition in youth athlete populations, highlighting energy, body composition, hydration, and both macro- and micro-nutrient requirements. The second section focuses on topics t

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Published June, 2021
By Dale A. Schoeller, M. Westerterp and Margriet S. Westerterp-Plantenga
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
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Considerable evidence proves that self-reported dietary intake using written diaries or recalls are subject to bias resulting in poor accuracy. While dietary intake data are needed to drive many nutritional policies, the obesity epidemic has increased the need to assess diet with absolute accuracy.

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Published June, 2021
By Judy More
Publisher: Taylor & Francis (CRC Press)
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Infant, Child and Adolescent Nutrition: A Practical Guide, Second Edition, is an evidence-based, practical guide introducing readers to the theory behind optimal child nutrition. Containing practical advice on how to put that theory into practice, this new edition facilitates learning through case studies, key points, and learning activities.

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Published June, 2021
By Judy More
Publisher: Taylor & Francis (CRC Press)
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Infant, Child and Adolescent Nutrition: A Practical Guide, Second Edition, is an evidence-based, practical guide introducing readers to the theory behind optimal child nutrition. Containing practical advice on how to put that theory into practice, this new edition facilitates learning through case studies, key points, and learning activities.

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