Clinical Nutrition For Dummies

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.