An Evidence-Based Approach to Dietary Phytochemicals

Description

An essential guide to the current knowledge of plant-based foods & dietry phytochemicals. Students in graduate programs in nutrition, food science, pharmacy, & allied health fields will also benefit from the information in this book. (2007) 238pp

This book provides a critical analysis of the current scientific, epidemiological, and clinical research on the health benefits of plant-based foods and dietary phytochemicals. Designed to aid the health professional in the clinical setting, the book provides highly practical information for understanding the sources of dietary and supplementary phytochemicals, as well as their nutrient interactions, drug interactions, and possible adverse effects.

Features:

** An overview of the health benefits of plant foods and beverages, including
fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, whole grains, coffee, and tea.

** Current clinical and scientific evidence of the health benefits of individual
dietary phytochemicals and classes of phytochemicals, including carotenoids,
flavonoids, fiber, and more.

** Concise bullet-point summaries at the end of each chapter for rapid review of
important concepts.

** Peer-reviewed by experts in the field to ensure material is both accurate and
up-to-date.

** Easy-to-read appendices with key information on the dietary glycemic index of
foods, diseases, drug interactions, nutrient interactions, and
phytochemical-rich foods.

** Evidence-based information with extensive lists of references in each
chapter.

With an emphasis on the importance of consuming phytochemical-rich foods, rather than dietary supplements, this book answers the needs of nutritionists, dietitians, nurses, and other health care professionals for a comprehensive text that will help them educate patients about healthy diets. Students in graduate programs in nutrition, food science, pharmacy, and allied health fields will also benefit from the wealth of information provided in this book.

Date reviewed

07/05/2008

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