Author : Tova Navarra
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 44,48 MB
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Dietary supplements
ISBN : 1438121032
Presents information on vitamins, minerals, and dietary supplements in a dictionary format, with over 900 entries.
Author : Sheldon Saul Hendler
Publisher : Simon & Schuster
Page : 534 pages
File Size : 18,82 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN :
"Including more than 200 vitamins, minerals, amino acids, herbs, and other dietary supplements." Includes "Lipids and derivatives information."
Author : Paul M. Coates
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 918 pages
File Size : 10,96 MB
Release : 2010-06-25
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1498702252
Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements presents peer-reviewed, objective entries that rigorously examine the most significant scientific research on basic chemical, preclinical, and clinical data. Designed for healthcare professionals, researchers, and health-conscious consumers, it presents evidence-based information on the major vitamin and mineral micronutrients, herbs, botanicals, phytochemicals, and other bioactive preparations. Supplements covered include: Vitamins, beta-carotene, niacin, and folate Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, isoflavones, and quercetin Calcium, copper, iron, and phosphorus 5-hydroxytryptophan, glutamine, and L-arginine St. John's Wort, ginkgo biloba, green tea, kava, and noni Androstenedione, DHEA, and melatonin Coenzyme Q10 and S-adenosylmethionine Shiitake, maitake, reishi, and cordiceps With nearly 100 entries contributed by renowned subject-specific experts, the book serves as a scientific checkpoint for the many OTC supplements carried in today's nutritional products marketplace. Also Available OnlineThis Taylor & Francis encyclopedia is also available through online subscription, offering a variety of extra benefits for researchers, students, and librarians, including: Citation tracking and alerts Active reference linking Saved searches and marked lists HTML and PDF format options Contact Taylor and Francis for more information or to inquire about subscription options and print/online combination packages. US: (Tel) 1.888.318.2367; (E-mail) [email protected] International: (Tel) +44 (0) 20 7017 6062; (E-mail) [email protected]
Author : Michael T. Murray
Publisher : Prima Health Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 22,69 MB
Release : 200?
Category : Dietary supplements
ISBN : 9780761531180
Author :
Publisher : Readers Digest
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 45,92 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780762101320
This comprehensive reference contains the information families need to use vitamins, minerals and herbs wisely, whether they are interested in maintaining good health, coping with everyday complaints, or dealing with serious diseases. 300 color photos, illustrations & charts.
Author : Frank W. Cawood
Publisher :
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 35,65 MB
Release : 1987
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780915099108
Abstract: This book attempts to describe the benefits and hazards of taking vitamins and minerals. The U.S. Government book Recommended Dietary Allowances and the reference books Facts and Comparisons and Physicians Desk Reference, were used to create profiles of thirteen vitamins and thirteen minerals. The profiles describe the action of the substance in the body, sources of the substance, the RDA (Recommended Daily Dietary Allowance) of the substance, and the potential benefits and side effects of the substance.
Author : David A. Bender
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 14,81 MB
Release : 2003-09-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 1139437739
An authoritative and comprehensive review of our current knowledge of the vitamins, their metabolic functions and the scientific basis for setting recommended intakes for the prevention of deficiency and promotion of optimum health. This publication will be a valuable reference for students and specialists alike in the field of nutritional biochemistry.
Author : Michael T. Murray
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 912 pages
File Size : 34,5 MB
Release : 2010-05-11
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1439103445
From the bestselling authors of The Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine, the most comprehensive and practical guide available to the nutritional benefits and medicinal properties of virtually everything edible As countless studies have affirmed, diet plays a major role in both provoking and preventing a wide range of diseases. But just what is a healthy diet? What does the body need to stay strong and get well? In The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods, Michael T. Murray, N.D., and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., two of the world¹s foremost authorities on nutrition and wellness, draw on an abundant harvest of research to present the best guide available to healthy eating. Make healthy eating a lifetime habit. Let The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods teach you how to: design a safe diet use foods to stimulate the body¹s natural ability to rejuvenate and heal discover the role that fiber, enzymes, fatty acids, and other dietary components have in helping us live healthfully understand which food prescriptions will help you safely treat more than 70 specific ailments, including acne, Alzheimer¹s disease, immune system depression, insomnia, migraine headaches, PMS, and rheumatoid arthritis prepare foods safely in order to prevent illness and maximize health benefits select, store, and prepare all kinds of healthful foods Providing the best natural remedies for everyday aches and pains, as well as potent protection against serious diseases, The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods is a required daily health reference.
Author : Pamela Wartian Smith
Publisher : Square One Publishers, Inc.
Page : 478 pages
File Size : 21,10 MB
Release : 2012-07-24
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0757052339
Almost 75 percent of health and longevity is based on lifestyle, environment, and nutrition. Yet even if you follow a healthful diet, you probably don’t get all the nutrients you need to prevent disease. In What You Must Know About Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & More, Dr. Pamela Smith explains how you can maintain health through the use of nutrients. Part One of this easy-to-use guide discusses the individual nutrients necessary for good health. Part Two offers personalized nutritional programs for people with a wide variety of health concerns. People without prior medical problems can look to Part Three for their supplementation plans. Whether you want to maintain goodhealth or you are trying to overcome a medical condition, What You Must Know About Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & More, can help you make the best choices for the health and well-being of you and your family.
Author : Tova Navarra
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,59 MB
Release : 2006-10
Category : Dietary supplements
ISBN : 9780816069347
"This accessible guide to nutritional options provides more than 900 entries that contain detailed, factual information about these substances. With a focus on how to use them safely, it discusses their effects on the body, their uses as health remedies, their risks, and the common misconceptions associated with them. Complete with appendixes listing useful resources and a handy glossary, The A to Z of Vitamins, Minerals, and Supplements, Second edition is an essential companion for anyone looking for the facts about enhancing their health with these products". --COVER.
