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Nutrition, Fifth Edition is a completely revised and updated text. The new edition is challenging, student-focused and provides the reader with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their overall nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. Central to Nutrition, Fifth Edition is its rigorous coverage of the science of nutrition, metabolism, and nutrition-related diseases. Practical content coupled with focused chapter learning objectives reinforce key concepts to improve retention and learning outcomes. An integrated pedagogy accommodates different learning styles to promote knowledge, behavior change and student comprehension of the material. The Fifth Edition has been updated to include a new spotlight on obesity, an updated chapter on metabolism as well as a revised chapter on energy balance and body composition. New Nutrition Science in Action scenarios present contemporary examples of the science behind nutrition. Important biological and physiological concepts such as emulsification, glucose regulation, digestion and absorption, fetal development, nutritional supplements, weight management and exercise are covered throughout the text and reinforced through updated tables and graphics. New to the Fifth Edition: Spotlight on Obesity Chapter Learning Objectives added to the beginning of each chapter All New Nutrition Science in Action Features Updated chapter pedagogy includes new definitions and statistics based on the 2010 Dietary Guidelines, USDA MyPlate, and Healthy People 2020 Updated position statements reflect the new Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Revised and updated art gives the text a modern and current feel.

ISBN-13

9781284021165

ISBN-10

1284021165

Weight

4.63 Pounds

Dimensions

9.00 x 1.50 x 11.50 In

List Price

$279.95

Edition

5th Edition

Format

-

Language

English

Pages

1024 pages

Publisher

Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published On

2013-04-01



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