Protein Intake in Health and Disease (1)

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Synopsis
Proteins are fundamental to human health, serving as building blocks for cellular structures, providing essential energy, and supporting tissue function. In Protein Intake in Health and Disease, the critical biomedical and nutritional roles of protein in the diet are explored in depth. Topics include protein quality, the impact of both low and high-protein diets, and the metabolic disorders and diseases linked to protein malnutrition. The book delves into protein’s influence across the lifespan, from maternal health and early development to the nutritional needs of children, adolescents, and the aging population. Each chapter is enriched with practical insights for broader health applications and concise summary points to aid understanding.Features Contains a mini dictionary of terms and summary points in each chapter to facilitate clear understanding Highly illustrated with figures and multiple tables in each chapter Chapter contributors represent global coverage This book is written for nutritionists, food scientists, and health care professionals, as well as research scientists and practitioners. It is also practically designed for policy makers and libraries.
Copyright:
2026

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
528 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781040356838
Related ISBNs:
9781040356685, 9781003383116, 9781032458274
Publisher:
CRC Press
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Taylor & Francis Group, LLC
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Cooking, Food and Wine, Health, Mind and Body, Technology, Medicine
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.
Edited by:
Victor R. Preedy

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