Buch, Englisch, 176 Seiten, Format (B × H): 178 mm x 254 mm, Gewicht: 454 g
Buch, Englisch, 176 Seiten, Format (B × H): 178 mm x 254 mm, Gewicht: 454 g
ISBN: 978-1-138-45493-4
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Contains Key Points, Vocabulary Exercises, and Critical Thinking ProblemsThis textbook uses short story-type case studies about fictional individuals who have health problems in order to address a range of issues in an approachable manner. The studies vary in difficulty, with some being straightforward with very simple answers, while others require in-depth thinking and literature research to solve. Each study presents patient background, symptoms, clinical finding, and questions to ponder. Upon qualifying course adoption, this book also includes a valuable instructor‘s manual, which provides solutions to exercises, problem analysis, and resolution to each case study.
This ready-to-implement resource addresses:
Homeostasis
Obesity and malnutrition
Anemia and diabetes
Nutrient gene expression
Immune system
Food safety
Aging and nutrition
Muscle and bone studies
Case Studies in the Physiology of Nutrition provides an understanding of nutritional components by defining biochemical, mechanical, and physical functions. Its unique approach will aid students in relating functionality to system failure as well as understanding the role of environment in health and nutrition.
Zielgruppe
Undergraduate
Autoren/Hrsg.
Fachgebiete
Weitere Infos & Material
How to Use This Book. Disease. Homeostasis. Blood. You Are What You Eat. How Is Food Used? We Are What We Inherit. Pets and People. Food and Health. Stones and Bones. Age and Nutrition. Getting from Here to There-Muscle.