6th edition. — Jones & Bartlett Learning, 2017. — 1035 p. — ISBN: 9781284100051.
Written for majors and advanced non-majors, the sixth edition of Nutrition provides a modern, comprehensive introduction to nutrition concepts, guidelines, and functions. It's student-focused approach provides readers with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their overall nutrition.
Food Choices: Nutrients and Nourishment
Nutrition Guidelines and Assessment
Spotlight on Dietary Supplements and Functional Foods
Digestion and Absorption
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Proteins and Amino Acids
Alcohol
Metabolism
Energy Balance, Body Composition, and Weight Management
Spotlight on Obesity
Fat-Soluble Vitamins
Water-Soluble Vitamins
Water and Major Minerals
Trace Minerals
Sports Nutrition: Eating for Peak Performance
Spotlight on Eating Disorders
Diet and Health
Life Cycle: Maternal and Infant Nutrition
Life Cycle: From Childhood Through Adulthood
Food Safety and Technology: Microbial Threats and Genetic Engineering
World View of Nutrition: The Faces of Global Malnutrition