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Science of Nutrition.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Lehman, Heather L, author.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Nutrition--Textbooks.
- Nutrition.
- Medicine--Textbooks.
- Medicine.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource
- Place of Publication:
- Pennsylvania The Pennsylvania Alliance for Design of Open Textbooks (PA-ADOPT) [2026]
- Language Note:
- In English.
- Summary:
- The Science of Nutrition offers a clear and engaging introduction to the fundamental principles of nutrition. This textbook bridges evidence-based research with practical application, making it ideal for both nutrition or science majors and non-majors. Students will explore how nutrition is studied, how dietary recommendations are developed, and why these guidelines matter for health.
- Contents:
- Chapter One: The Science of Nutrition
- Chapter 2: Nutritional Assessment
- Chapter 3: Digestive System
- Chapter 4: Carbohydrates
- Chapter 5: Proteins
- Chapter 6: Lipids
- Chapter 7: Water
- Chapter 8: Vitamins
- Chapter 9: Minerals
- Chapter 10: Making Healthy Choices
- Chapter 11: Physical Activity
- Appendix: Image Transcripts
- References
- Notes:
- Description based on print resource
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