David Bender
Nutrition: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199681921
- author:
- David Bender
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 17 x 0.8 x 11.2 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Medicine, Medical Sciences A-Z
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Nutrition: A Very Short Introduction by David A. Bender provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental elements of food and nutrition. This concise guide explores the balance between energy intake and exercise, the risks associated with over- and under-nutrition, and the safety of nutritional supplements. Bender delves into the biochemistry of nutrition, examining how diet relates to overall health, including obesity and food allergies. By understanding the principles of a healthy diet, readers can make informed choices about their own nutrition. This introduction is part of Oxford University Press's Very Short Introductions series, offering a concise and accessible entry point into the subject of nutrition.
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