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An Introduction to Human Nutrition

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An Introduction to Human Nutrition

Introduction to Human Nutrition bridges the gap between the science of nutrition and the practical aspect of choosing foods to provide optimal nutrient intake. Wellness is a key theme as making nutrition choices can be impacted by many factors in one’s lifestyle. The content supports nutrition considerations ranging from a community perspective to making healthy food choices for today’s diverse college-level students.

Medicine
Author
Jan Dowell and Erin Shanle
Publisher
Lincoln Land Community College
Source
LibreTexts
Language
EN
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Contents· 96 sections
  1. 01: What is Good Nutrition
  2. 1.01: Introduction
  3. 1.02: Nutrition in Health Disease and Wellness
  4. 1.03: Essential Nutrients
  5. 1.04: Nutrition Research and Advice
  6. 02: Tools for Healthy Eating
  7. 2.01: Introduction
  8. 2.02: Keys to Healthy Eating
  9. 2.03: Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)
  10. 2.04: Dietary Guidelines and Recommendations
  11. 2.05: Food Labels
  12. 2.06: Food Guide Research Applications
  13. 03: Nutrition in Communities
  14. 3.01: Introduction
  15. 3.02: Modern Food Systems
  16. 3.03: Food Security
  17. 3.04: Food Sustainability
  18. 3.05: Global Perspectives
  19. 3.06: Nutrition in Action
  20. 04: Basics of Digestion
  21. 4.01: Introduction
  22. 4.02: Structure and Function of Digestive Organs
  23. 4.03: Other Body Systems Involved
  24. 4.04: Disorders of the GI Tract
  25. 4.05: Food Intolerances Allergies and Celiac Disease
  26. 05: Carbohydrates- Sugars Starches and Fibers
  27. 5.01: Introduction
  28. 5.02: Types of Carbohydrates
  29. 5.03: Sources and Requirements of Carbohydrates
  30. 5.04: Digestion and Use of Carbohydrates
  31. 5.4.01: Digestion and Absorption of Carbohydrates
  32. 5.4.02: The Functions of Carbohydrates in the Body
  33. 5.05: Conditions Related to Deficient and Excessive Carbohydrate Intake
  34. 5.06: Diabetes and Hypoglycemia
  35. 06: Lipids- Fats Oils and Other Lipids
  36. 6.01: Introduction
  37. 6.02: Types of Lipids
  38. 6.2.01: Functions of Lipids in the Body and in Food
  39. 6.2.02: Lipid Structures
  40. 6.03: Sources and Requirements of Lipids
  41. 6.3.01: Balancing Your Diet with Lipids
  42. 6.04: Digestion and Use of Lipids
  43. 6.05: Conditions Related to Deficient and Excessive Lipid Intake
  44. 6.06: Cardiovascular Disease
  45. 6.6.01: Understanding Blood Cholesterol
  46. 6.6.02: Risk Factors for Heart Disease
  47. 6.07: Planning Meals with Healthy Fats in Mind
  48. 6.08: Mediterranean Diet
  49. 07: Proteins and Amino Acids
  50. 7.01: Introduction
  51. 7.02: Types of Protein
  52. 7.03: Sources and Requirements of Proteins
  53. 7.04: Protein Digestion and Absorption
  54. 7.05: Proteins Functions in the Body
  55. 7.06: Health Consequences of Too Little and Too Much Dietary Protein
  56. 7.07: Protein Food Choices and Sustainability
  57. 7.08: Protein Considerations for Vegetarians and Athletes
  58. 08: Vitamins and Minerals
  59. 8.01: Introduction
  60. 8.02: Classification of Vitamins and Minerals
  61. 8.03: Sources of Vitamins and Minerals
  62. 8.04: Vitamins and Minerals as Antioxidants
  63. 8.05: Vitamins Important for Vision
  64. 8.06: Nutrients Important for Bone Health
  65. 8.6.01: Introduction to Bone Health
  66. 8.6.02: Calcium- Critical for Bones and Throughout the Body
  67. 8.6.03: Other Minerals Important to Bone Health
  68. 8.6.04: Vitamin D- Important to Bone Health and Beyond
  69. 8.07: Vitamins and Minerals Involved in Energy Metabolism
  70. 8.08: Vitamins and Minerals Involved in Blood Health
  71. 8.09: Dietary Supplements
  72. 09: Hydration
  73. 9.01: Introduction
  74. 9.02: Waters Importance to Vitality
  75. 9.03: Water Balance in the Body
  76. 9.04: Overview of Fluid And Electrolyte Balance
  77. 9.05: Electrolytes Important for Fluid Balance
  78. 9.06: Consequences of Deficiency or Excess
  79. 9.07: Popular Beverages- Caffeine Alcohol Sports Drinks
  80. 10: Weight Management
  81. 10.01: Introduction
  82. 10.02: Introduction to Energy Balance
  83. 10.03: Energy Balance- Energy In Energy OutYet Not As Simple As It Seems
  84. 10.04: Indicators of Health- BMI Body Composition and Metabolic Health
  85. 10.05: Overweight and UnderweightWhat are the Risks
  86. 10.06: Obesity Epidemic - Causes and Solutions
  87. 10.07: Best Practices For Weight Management
  88. 11: Life Cycle Nutrition
  89. 11.01: Introduction
  90. 11.02: Nutrition in Pregnancy and Lactation
  91. 11.03: Nutrition in Early Infancy
  92. 11.04: Raising Healthy Eaters
  93. 11.05: Nutrition in Later Infancy and Toddlerhood
  94. 11.06: Nutrition in Adolescence
  95. 11.07: Nutrition in Older Adults
  96. 11.08: Foodborne Illness and Food Safety