Houghton, Jason
Understanding Nutrition: The Complex Solution to the Simple Problem
- ISBN 13:
- 9781783240630
- author:
- Houghton, Jason
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Wordzworth Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 76
- Dimensions:
- 28 x 21.6 x 0.5 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- General, Gesunde Ernährung, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Understanding Nutrition: A Comprehensive Guide to Food and Health. This concise guide explores how the body breaks down and uses the foods we eat. It delves into the building blocks of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, as well as the roles of vitamins and minerals. The book examines how our bodies use these nutrients for energy, repair, and growth, while also discussing the problems caused by consuming too much of the wrong fuel. The author provides a clear introduction to the basic components of food, health, and disease, including topics such as diabetes and arterial disease. This book is ideal for anyone looking to learn about the foundations of nutrition or brush up on their knowledge. It's a great starting point for those interested in understanding how food affects our bodies and overall health. By exploring the complex relationships between food, nutrients, and health, Understanding Nutrition offers a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their understanding of nutrition and its role in maintaining good health.