Publisher's Synopsis
Nutrition And Clinical Dietetics is a comprehensive book written by Herbert Swift Carter that covers the principles of nutrition and their application in clinical dietetics. The book provides a detailed understanding of the role of nutrition in maintaining health and preventing diseases. It covers the basics of nutrition, including the sources of nutrients, their functions in the body, and the effects of nutrient deficiencies and excesses.The book also discusses the various factors that influence nutrient requirements, such as age, gender, activity level, and physiological status. It provides an overview of the different types of diets, including therapeutic diets for various medical conditions, and the principles of meal planning and food preparation.The book also covers the assessment of nutritional status, including anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, and dietary assessment methods. It discusses the nutritional management of various diseases, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and gastrointestinal disorders.In addition, the book provides an overview of the principles of nutrition support, including enteral and parenteral nutrition, and the management of nutrition-related complications. It also covers the ethical and legal issues related to nutrition and clinical dietetics.Overall, Nutrition And Clinical Dietetics is an essential resource for healthcare professionals, nutritionists, dietitians, and students of nutrition and dietetics who want to gain a thorough understanding of the principles and practice of clinical dietetics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.