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Contents Functional Foods & Nutraceuticals ......................3 Nutrition in Health & Disease ..............................7 Nutrition Science ................................................20 Sports Nutrition ..................................................27 Textbooks in Nutrition ........................................30 Page 21

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Functional Foods & Nutraceuticals Forthcoming!

Green Tea Polyphenols Nutraceuticals of Modern Life Edited by

Lekh R. Juneja, Mahendra P. Kapoor, Tsutomu Okubo, and Theertham P. Rao Taiyo Kagaku Co., Ltd., Mie, Japan

Several scientific reports reveal that green tea polyphenols help reduce the risk of diseases such as cancer. This book reviews the latest evidence and pharmaceutical functions of the tea polyphenols with regard to health promotion benefits. The text discusses the rise of teaderived supplements, which is driving the food industry and research community to address critical challenges. The authors review these challenges, which include screening the myriad of potential bioactivity of tea polyphenols, uncovering complex underpinning mechanisms, establishing optimal intake levels and synergistic formulations, and developing an adequate tea polyphenols delivery matrix. • Presents a timely overview of the latest developments of the potential of tea polyphenols • Covers the fundamental chemistry of the bioactive compounds of tea, including catechins, theaflavins, and therubigins • Examines the applications of tea polyphenols for disease risk prevention • Discusses diseases such as cancer, kidney damage, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, gut ailments, neural ailments, arthritis, and viral ailments • Reviews the latest developments relevant to the industrial prospects of using bioactive components of tea related to non-beverage products Selected Contents: GREEN TEA POLYPHENOLS: PROCESSING, CHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND PHYSICOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES: Green Tea Polyphenols in Health Risk Prevention and Therapeutic Actions. Green Tea Polyphenols in Nurtagenomics. GREEN TEA POLYPHENOLS IN BUSINESS INNOVATIONS AND COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS: Green Tea Polyphenols as a Functional Ingredient for Non-Food Industry. Catalog no. K12132, June 2013, c. 280 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4788-6, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook

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Marine Nutraceuticals Prospects and Perspectives Edited by

Se-Kwon Kim

Pukyong National University, Busan, South Korea Series: Nutraceuticals: Basic Research/Clinical Applications

The marine environment is rich in biological and chemical diversity and is the source of molecules that can be used to create a range of products. Marine organisms contain various unique bioactive substances, which can be transformed into active substances by bioconversion technology through membrane bioreactors. This book discusses recent advances in marine nutraceutical research and includes a wide range of applications in both traditional Chinese medicine practice as well as contemporary medicine. The book clarifies the historic misconceptions of marinederived medicines and provides insight into present trends and future applications. • Discusses the marine habitat as a source for novel nutraceutical compounds • Examines the current status and future of natural marine compounds • Explores marine-based nutraceuticals for obesity and diabetes Selected Contents: Introduction to the Prospects of Marine Nutraceuticals. Current Status and Future of Marine Natural Compounds. Nutritional Value of Algae. Sources and Physicochemical Aspects of Marine Nutraceuticals. Vitamins and Minerals From Marine Resources. Nutraceutical Benefits of Marine Steroid Derivatives. Active Ingredients from Marine Microorganisms for Modern Nutraceuticals. Biological and Biomedical Applications of Marine Nutraceuticals. Marine-Based Nutraceuticals for Obesity and Diabetes. Advantages of Chitin Based Nanomaterials in Nanomedicine. Beneficial Effects of Marine Omega-3-Fatty Acids in Prevention of Human Disease. Industrial Applications of Marine Nutraceuticals. Chitosan Application in Dentistry. Marine Biopolymers and Application in Nutraceuticals. Catalog no. K14958, February 2013, c. 520 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-1351-8, $169.95 / £108.00 Also available as an eBook

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Functional Foods & Nutraceuticals Fruit and Cereal Bioactives

OMICs Technologies

Sources, Chemistry, and Applications

Tools for Food Science

Edited by

Özlem Tokus¸og ˘lu

Edited by

Noureddine Benkeblia University of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica

New discoveries in molecular biology, analytical chemistry, and biochemistry have led to the development of new tools that are likely to revolutionize the study of food. In this volume, a panel of contributors examines metabolomics, metagenomics, nutrigenomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics and describes how they translate to food science research and productive technologies. The book explains how these methods can be used to assess the quality attributes of foods and food production systems. It explores the principles that regulate food production, analyzes processing and ethical issues, and documents the transformation from industrial to sustained foods production using the OMICS tools. • Explores the development of emerging OMICS technologies that can improve food production and quality assessment • Examines the application of OMICS to agriculture and food processing • Discusses genomics, nutragenomics, metabolomics, nutriproteomics, and transcriptome analysis • Tracks the transformation from industrial to sustained food technologies Selected Contents: Nutrition Science and "Omics" Technologies: Ethical Aspects in Global Health. Array Platform for Food Safety and Quality. Metabolomics and Food Science: Concepts and Serviceability in Plant Foods and Nutrition. Foodomics: A New Omics for a New Food Era. Proteomics in Food Biotechnology. Challenges in Feasible Problem Construction in Nutritional Genomics: An Empirical Study. Genomics and Breeding in Food Crops. Catalog no. K11677, January 2012, 429 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-3706-1, $179.95 / £114.00 Also available as an eBook

Celal Bayer University, Manisa, Turkey

Clifford Hall III

North Dakota State University, Fargo, USA

Presenting up-to-date data in an easy-to-use format, this comprehensive overview of the chemistry of bioactive components of fruits and cereals addresses the role of these compounds in determining taste, flavor, and color, as well as recent claims of anticarcinogenic, antimutagenic, and antioxidant capabilities. It provides detailed information on both beneficial bioactives such as phenolics, flavonoids, tocols, carotenoids, phytosterols, and avenanthramides and toxicant compounds including mycotoxins; aflatoxins, ocratoxin A, patulin, citrinin, cyclopiazonic acid, fumonisin, and zearalenon. A valuable resource for current knowledge and further research, it offers critical reviews, recent research, case studies, and references. • Examines and classifies the bioactive compounds of fruit and cereal types • Includes phytochemical and lipid-based bioactives in fruits and cereals, pseudocereals, and pulse • Covers the mycotoxin bioactives in fleshy and dried fruits, nuts, cereals, and cereal-based snacks • Reviews relevant legal regulations on bioactives of fruits and cereals • Evaluates the function of these bioactive compounds against certain effects in humans Selected Contents: Introduction. Chemistry and Mechanisms of Beneficial Bioactives in Fruits & Cereals. Mycotoxic Bioactives of Fruits & Cereals. Functionality, Processing, Characterization and Applications of Fruit & Cereal Bioactives. Catalog no. K10332, March 2011, 473 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-0665-4, $169.95 / £108.00 Also available as an eBook

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Functional Foods & Nutraceuticals Bioactive Peptides Applications for Improving Nutrition and Health Richard Owusu-Apenten University of Ulster, Coleraine, Northern Ireland

Bioactive peptides are used to enhance the body’s antioxidant status, antisepsis capacity, immune function, anti-inflammatory capacity, mineral absorption, and appetite. They can also mitigate major metabolic derangements. Presenting data from recent research findings, this work summarizes the applications and benefits of this therapy. The book covers host response, quality factors, protein economics, and muscle loss. It also includes case studies on aging, AIDS, COPD, diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, kidney failure, and tuberculosis. • Summarizes state-of-the-art research on bioactive proteins and peptides • Presents data from recent human clinical trials • Considers the benefits of bioactive proteins in supporting healthy weight when managing illnesses that commonly cause pathologic weight loss • Supports findings with more than 2,000 references and over 100 tables and figures Selected Contents: Nutrition and the Host Response to Infection and Injury. Bioactive Peptides for Nutrition and Health. Dietary Protein Requirements for Health. Protein Turnover and Economics within the Body. Major Processes for Muscle Gain and Loss. Inflammation and Innate Immune Response. Infection and Sepsis. Anabolic Dysfunction. Bioactive Peptides for Alleviating Illness Anorexia. Catalog no. K10702, June 2010, 414 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1362-1, $179.95 / £115.00 Also available as an eBook

Biotechnology in Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Edited by

Debasis Bagchi

University of Houston College of Pharmacy, Texas, USA

Francis C. Lau

InterHealth Nutraceuticals Incorporated, Benicia, California, USA

Dilip K. Ghosh

nutriConnect, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

“This multi-authored book written by experts with vast experience in these areas covers the biotechnology in functional foods, nutraceuticals, and health claims. The book is well organized, explores new sources of nutraceutical and functional food ingredients, and addresses crucial issues for product development, processing, and post-launch monitoring. It presents the latest developments in the chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, epidemiology, engineering, and processing of functional foods.” —Asim K Duuaroy, Professor Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, writing in Food & Nutrition Research, 2011

“From the very first chapter you are thrust deep into the historical roots of biotechnology and its impact on many of our staple foods. ... the editors have compiled experts in each of the fields covered, including biofortification, genetic engineering, and modified nutrients. ... With few other reference books of this magnitude available, it certainly fills a need in the literature. ... this book certainly will have appeal to nutrition academics, researchers, or biotechnology enthusiasts to be used as a comprehensive reference.” —Craig Patch, PhD, MBA, Grad Dip Nutr Diet, BAppSc, AdvAPD, Innovation Manager, Clover Corporation, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Nutrition & Dietetics, 2011, Vol. 68

Selected Contents: Biotechnology for the Enhancement of Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals. The Impact of Genetic Modification on Functional Foods. New Frontier in Food Manufacturing Process. Quality Assurance and Safety: Design and Implementation. Legal, Social, and Regulatory Aspects of Food Biotechnology. Catalog no. 87118, April 2010, 591 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-8711-6, $159.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

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Functional Foods & Nutraceuticals Bioactive Foods and Extracts Cancer Treatment and Prevention Edited by

Ronald Ross Watson University of Arizona, Tucson, USA

Health Benefits and Food Applications Edited by

Victor R. Preedy

Susan Sungsoo Cho

King's College, London, UK

NutraSource Inc., Laurel, Maryland, USA

A review of the recent surge in research related to the effect of plant products in cancer treatment, Bioactive Foods and Extracts: Cancer Treatment and Prevention organizes cuttingedge findings into an easily accessible format. It addresses the wide availability of botanicals and their extracts and how their use is largely unregulated, particularly in the United States. It provides the science-based information critical to researchers and health care professionals charged with making decisions regarding the benefits, risks, and value of botanicals in the prevention and treatment of cancers. Catalog no. K10833, November 2010, 663 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1619-6, $169.95 / £108.00 Also available as an eBook

Fatty Acids in Health Promotion and Disease Causation

Terry Finocchiaro

National Starch Food Innovation, Bridgewater, New Jersey, USA

While there is little dispute that probiotics and prebiotics, alone and together, have been proven to promote gastrointestinal health and proper immune function, the challenge faced by researchers is not only finding the right combinations, but also finding those that are fully compatible with functional foods. This volume comprehensively explores these variables and highlights the most current biological research and applications. It examines the sources of prebiotics and probiotics, describes the physiological functions of both products, and discusses promising applications for a plethora of disorders. Catalog no. 62131, November 2009, 454 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6213-7, $174.95 / £112.00 Also available as an eBook

Lycopene Nutritional, Medicinal and Therapeutic Properties Edited by

Edited by

Ronald Ross Watson University of Arizona, Tucson, USA

This book puts a significant focus on heart disease and the role that fatty acids can play in its prevention and causation. It provides information on special populations, Native Americans, stroke, and cardiac injury as examples of areas where fatty acids play a key role. The book also discusses body composition, diabetic disease, and health promotion, and actions after transformation by oxidation. It includes coverage of fatty acids in health promotion and diseases such as cancer, intestinal microbes, and membrane functions. Catalog no. N10251, January 2010, 865 pp. ISBN: 978-1-893997-65-3, $175.00 / £114.00

Handbook of Prebiotics and Probiotics Ingredients

Victor R Preedy and Ronald R. Watson Increasingly, clinical evidence supports the important health benefits of lycopene, since it appears to provide protection against a range of epithelial cancers. The possibility that consumption of lycopene-rich foods may reduce the risk of such diseases has prompted numerous indepth studies of the levels of lycopene in foods and of correlations between dietary lycopene and certain diseases. This monograph serves as a reference for providing a better understanding of the role of lycopene in promoting health, and by encouraging a deeper understanding of approaches to a healthy diet and life. Catalog no. N00089, January 2009, 472 pp. ISBN: 978-1-57808-538-5, $119.95 / £76.99 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease Forthcoming! Forthcoming!

Anthocyanins in Health and Disease Edited by

Carotenoids and Vitamin A in Translational Medicine Edited by

Taylor C. Wallace

Olaf Sommerburg

Anthocyanin pigments are responsible for the red, purple, and blue colors of many fruits, vegetables, cereal grains, and flowers. Interest in anthocyanin pigments has intensified because of their health benefits as dietary antioxidants. This book reviews the relationship of anthocyanins to human health and disease. It examines the bioavailability, chemistry, metabolism, and efficacy of anthocyanins, as well as their role in protecting the body from several age- and obesityrelated chronic diseases. Diseases covered include GI tract cancer, metabolic syndrome, neuronal and cognitive dysfunction, immune dysfunction, eye disorders, and cardiovascular disease.

Werner Siems

Developing Solutions, Washington, D.C., USA

• Addresses the potential health-promoting properties of anthocyanins • Discusses the role of anthocyanins in the cardiovascular system, their anti-cancer activities, and positive effects on cognition in animal and human models • Describes anthocyanins' potential health benefits in eye disease, particularly macular degeneration • Describes how the chemical structure of anthocyanins enables them to modulate inflammatory pathways, preventing the development of chronic disease • Covers anthocyanins' use as color additives/extracts from natural sources and stability in foods as value-added functional ingredients Catalog no. K14214, August 2013, c. 320 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-9471-2, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook

University Children's Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany KortexMed Institute of Medical Education, Bad Harzburg, Germany

Klaus Kraemer Series: Oxidative Stress and Disease

Serving a broad community of researchers and practitioners conducting basic and clinical research on carotenoids and vitamin A for medical purposes, this book evaluates basic research, epidemiological studies, and clinical trials in the field. It updates information on the worldwide problem of vitamin A deficiency and discusses extensively the pros and cons of carotenoid supplementation in cancer. The authors provide a comprehensive overview of the efforts made in the field of carotenoid research with respect to translational medicine and present a future outlook on carotenoids as new therapeutic agents. Selected Contents: CAROTENOIDS AND VITAMIN A IN METABOLIC DISEASES: Metabolic Syndrome. Obesity. Effects of carotenoids on plasma lipid profile. Adipose tissue and lipid metabolism – clinical importance. CAROTENOIDS AND VITAMIN A IN SKIN DISEASES: Carotenoids in cosmeceuticals. Retinoids in treatment of psoriasis. CAROTENOIDS AND VITAMIN A IN EYE AND EAR DISEASES: Ear diseases, vitamin A deficiency, and supplementation. Retinol and Otitis media. CAROTENOIDS AND VITAMIN A IN CANCER: Carotenoids and mutagenesis – on the way to clinical applications? Lower risk of prostate cancer at higher lycopene levels. CAROTENOIDS AND VITAMIN A IN OTHER DISEASES: Vitamin A in pediatrics: its deficiency and supplementation. Carotenoids in lung disease. Emerging carotenoids. MEETING DIETARY SUPPLY OF VITAMIN A IN CAROTENOIDS: Clinical consequences of vitamin A deficiency. Worldwide programs against vitamin A deficiency. Catalog no. K12575, April 2013, c. 464 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-5526-3, $159.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease Forthcoming!

Cardiovascular Diseases Nutritional and Therapeutic Interventions

Edited by

Nilanjana Maulik, Ph.D.

University of Connecticut Medical Center, Farmington, USA

Presenting current research on epidemiological studies of cardiovascular diseases and the role of nutrition, this book highlights nutritional therapies including alpha-tocopherol, beta-carotene, fish oil, polyphenols, olive oil, retinol, and soy and discusses their relative benefit in various diseases. Examining recursive diseases such as diabetes, stress, and hypertension, it reveals how nutrigenomics can alleviate imprinted cardiac weaknesses through tailored diets. An additional area of discussion includes nanotechnology in treating ischemic heart disease. • Covers cardiovascular diseases including angina, atherosclerosis, heart attack, high blood pressure, and stroke • Presents diseases that can lead to heart failure including diabetes, stress, and hypertension • Covers medical options including drug, gene, and stem cell therapies Selected Contents: Epidemiological Study of Heart Disease. The Epidemiology of Cardiovascular Disease Disorders. Epigenetic Modifications in the Arterial and Heart Disease. Epigenetics of Atherosclerosis: Current Insights and Future Perspectives. Genetic and Epigenetic Basis of Myocardial Ischemia and Reperfusion Injury: Protection by Dietary Antioxidants and Chromatin Modifying Compounds. Attenuation of Myocardial Ischaemia-Reperfusion Injury by Probiotic Bacteria Cardiovascular Disease. Lipid Regulation of Cardiac Ion Channels in Heart Disease. Arginine, Tetrahydrobiopterins, and Nitric Oxide in Myocardial Protection. Role of Toll-Like Receptors in Myocardial Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury. Aging, Nutrients, and Endogenous Stem Cell Populations. Intracellular and Extracellular MicroRNAs in Myocardial Angiogenesis. … Catalog no. K13877, April 2013, c. 608 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-8200-9, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook

Nutrition, Epigenetic Mechanisms, and Human Disease Nilanjana Maulik

University of Connecticut Medical Center, Farmington, USA

Gautam Maulik

Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

“This monograph paints a broad-ranging and exciting future for the study of nutritional epigenetics.” —Roy J. Shephard, University of Toronto, Canada, in Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism, 2011

Extensive research on nutrigenomics has unveiled numerous epigenetic mechanisms that are influenced by our dietary signature. This book illustrates how nutrition can influence epigenetic inheritance and the mechanisms that underlie modification of an individual’s metabolic imprint. The text discusses the basics of nutrigenomics and epigenetic regulation, types of nutrition influencing genetic imprinting, and the role of nutrition in modulating an individual's predisposition to disease. It also covers epigenetic variation, genomic imprinting, maternal nutrition, and neonatal nutrition, as well as epigenetics and nutrition in cancer, heart disease, and obesity. • Covers the basics of nutrigenomics and epigenetic regulation • Focuses on epigenetic mechanisms and cancer, including impacts of dietary factors, folate deficiency, DNA methylation, and colon cancer • Presents extensive research on maternal and neonatal nutrition • Includes a chapter on dietary factors, histone modifications, and cancer prevention Selected Contents: Nutritional Epigenetics and Disease Prevention: Are We There Yet? Aging by Epigenetics: Nutrition, An Epigenetic Key to Long Life. Folate and DNA Methylation. Dietary Components, Epigenetics, and Cancer. Dietary Factors, Histone Modifications, and Cancer Prevention. Nutrition, Epigenetics, and Vascular Function. Role of Epigenetic Machinery and MicRNAs in DietInduced Hepatocarcinogenesis. … Catalog no. K10265, December 2010, 442 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-0479-7, $145.95 / £93.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease New! Forthcoming!

Lifestyle Medicine Second Edition

Obesity Prevention and Treatment Edited by

James M. Rippe

Edited by

Rippe Lifestyle Institute, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, USA

James M. Rippe

Theodore J. Angelopoulos

Lifestyle medicine integrates lifestyle practices into modern medicine to lower the risk factors for chronic diseases or, if a disease is already present, provide an adjunct to its therapy. This exhaustive new edition brings together evidence-based research in multiple health-related fields to assist practitioners in treating disease and promoting good health. Sections cover nutrition and exercise, behavioral psychology, public policy, and management of a range of disorders including cardiovascular disease, endocrine and metabolism dysfunction, obesity, cancer, immunology and infectious diseases, and pulmonary disorders.

The prevention and treatment of obesity is a major concern for physicians and healthcare professionals. Providing important information on nutrition, exercise, and behavioral management of obesity, this text discusses specific medical conditions, provides practical applications and resources, and explores future directions for prevention and treatment. The authors cover a broad range of topics including pathophysiology, epidemiology, clinical evaluations, childhood obesity, drug treatment, and surgical procedures.

Rippe Lifestyle Institute, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, USA

• Presents contributions edited by a leading researcher in the field of lifestyle medicine • Contains evidence-based research on all aspects of lifestyle medicine • Covers lifestyle interventions, emphasizing the role of physical activity and dietary habits on an extensive number of health and quality of life issues • Teaches physicians and healthcare workers how to apply principles of lifestyle medicine in the daily practices of their patients Selected Contents: Lifestyle Management and Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease. Nutritional Aspects of Lifestyle Medicine. Physical Activity and Fitness. Behavioral Psychology. Women’s Health. Men’s Health. Endocrinology and Metabolism. Lifestyle Issues in the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer for Lifestyle Medicine. Obesity and Weight Management. Immunology and Infectious Disease. Pulmonary Medicine. Sports Medicine and Orthopedics. Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dermatology. Cardiovascular Rehabilitation and Secondary Prevention. … Catalog no. K12021, March 2013, c. 1672 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4542-4, $179.95 / £114.00 Also available as an eBook

University of Central Florida, Orlando, USA

• Presents contributions from a group of internationally renowned scientists and clinicians • Describes the relationship between obesity and cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome • Includes cutting-edge information about genetics versus environmental causes of obesity • Examines obesity prevention in children and adults • Discusses surgical treatments Selected Contents: The Modern Management of Obesity. Preventing and Managing Obesity: The Scope of the Problem. Pathophysiology of Obesity. Epidemiology of Obesity Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity. Nutritional Aspects of Obesity Management. Exercise Management of the Obese Patient. Behavioral Management of the Obese Patient. Managing Childhood Obesity. Drug Treatment of Obesity. Surgical Treatment of Obesity. Obesity and Health: Implications of Public Policy. Obesity and Specific Medical Conditions. Obesity and Heart Disease. Obesity and Diabetes. Obesity and the Metabolic Syndrome. Obesity and Cancer. Obesity and Arthritis. Beyond Subcutaneous Fat. Index. Catalog no. K11659, May 2012, 435 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-3671-2, $149.95 / £95.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease New!

A Guide to Obesity and the Metabolic Syndrome

Obesity Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, and Prevention, Second Edition

Origins and Treatment

Edited by

George A. Bray

Debasis Bagchi

University of Houston College of Pharmacy, Texas, USA

Harry G. Preuss

Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, D.C., USA

The prevalence of obesity has more than doubled since 1980, causing a myriad of health problems for children and adults. This volume explores the molecular mechanisms and pathophysiology leading to obesity and metabolic disorders. It examines the safety of obesity drugs and drug development strategies as well as the role of physical activity, nutrition, and nutraceutical supplements in obesity treatment and prevention. To confront this widespread health crisis, it is essential that we develop strategic, therapeutic intervention supported by credible data. This volume is an ideal reference point for researchers looking for new avenues of inquiry and clinicians seeking guidance for their patients. • Provides comprehensive coverage of the pathophysiology and mechanisms at work in obesity • Correlates obesity to several degenerative diseases and disorders, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular dysfunction, arthritis, metabolic syndrome, and cancer • Contains the most current information on research, development, safety, and efficacy of pharmaceuticals in the treatment of obesity • Discusses a broad spectrum of nutraceuticals, functional foods, phytochemicals, and dietary supplements to reduce the overweight and obesity epidemic • Demonstrates beneficial roles of physical activity, exercise, and natural approaches in combating obesity Selected Contents: Introduction. Pathophysiology of Obesity. Obesity and Degenerative Diseases. Novel Concept in Obesity Drug Development. Safety of Obesity Drugs. Natural, Nutritional, and Physical Approaches of Weight Management. Child Obesity and Prevention. Bariatric Surgery in Weight Management. Index. Catalog no. K12513, July 2012, 1008 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-5425-9, $169.95 / £108.00 Also available as an eBook

Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, USA

In the historical record there is abundant evidence that obesity was a medical and health concern as long as medicine has been practiced. Examining the history and etiology of the obesity epidemic, this book discusses various requirements of effective intervention and treatment strategies. The first section defines and evaluates the clinical presentation of the pathology, discusses its prevalence in the population, and explains common analytical measurements. It discusses genetic factors, comorbidities, and quality of life issues. The second section introduces prevention strategies in children and adults, such as dietary and lifestyle changes, medication, and surgical interventions. • Presents important historical origins of obesity • Provides information on prevalence, measurements, clinical evaluation, and genetic factors • Supplies guidance on developing and designing novel strategic interventions against obesity and metabolic disorders • Evaluates future trends in prevention and treatment Selected Contents: Part I: Origins. Origins of Obesity in the Scientific Era—AD 1500 to the Present. Definition, Measurement, and Prevalence. Genetic, Metabolic, and Social Origins of Obesity. Effects of Obesity on Health and Metabolism. Part II: Treatment. Prevention, Evaluation, and Introduction to Treatment. Lifestyle, Diet, and Exercise: Cognitive Solutions. Medications for Obesity. Surgery for Obesity. Postscript—Obesity in the Twenty-First Century. Catalog no. K10749, March 2011, 408 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1457-4, $89.95 / £57.99 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease Arthritis

New!

Pathophysiology, Prevention, and Therapeutics

Chronic Inflammation

Edited by

Debasis Bagchi

University of Houston College of Pharmacy, Texas, USA

Hiroyoshi Moriyama Showa Pharmaceutical University, Tokyo, Japan

Siba P. Raychaudhuri

University of California, Davis, USA and VA Medical Center Sacramento, California, USA

Written as an overall analysis of arthritis treatment, this book covers pathophysiology, traditional medical treatment, alternative therapies, and lifestyle changes. Offering a mechanistic approach to pathophysiology and treatment, the book begins with an overview of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and psoriatic arthritis. It focuses on treatment regimens, including synthetic drugs, their safety and toxicity; natural and herbal products; healthy foods; and non pharmacologic interventions such as acupuncture and psychosocial management. Extensive research on natural products is included within the text, as is information on synthetic drugs such as COX-2 inhibitors. • Provides a general historical introduction to arthritis care • Addresses non-pharmacologic interventions including exercise and acupuncture • Discusses safety and toxicity of synthetic drugs, including Celebrex and Vioxx • Supplies extensive references • Offers tables, figures, and charts to aid with comprehension Selected Contents: INTRODUCTION: Epidemiology of Arthritic Disorders. PATHOPHYSIOLOGY: An Overview on Rheumatologic Disorders. CONSEQUENCES: Arthritis, Obesity, Increased Cardiovascular Risk and Disability. ANTI-ARTHRITIC DRUGS: An Overview: Use of Anti-arthritic drugs and update on drug development coupled with DDS. NATURAL THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS: An Overview on Natural Therapeutic Interventions and Role of Physical Exercise. ORTHOPEDIC APPROACH: An Overview on Orthopedic Approach (Knee Replacement) in Arthritis. NON PHARMACOLOGIC INTERVENTIONS. COMMENTARY... Catalog no. K10868, April 2011, 607 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1686-8, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

Molecular Pathophysiology, Nutritional and Therapeutic Interventions Edited by

Sashwati Roy, Debasis Bagchi, and Siba P. Raychaudhuri Designed to target scientists as well as clinicians, this book provides critical understanding of the key checkpoints that regulate chronic inflammation—which is associated with numerous chronic diseases and disorders, including autoimmune diseases, atherosclerosis, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity. The text provides a comprehensive understanding of the epidemiology of chronic inflammation, as well as novel regulatory mechanisms controlling inflammation initiation, progression, and resolution. The authors address pathologies associated with inflammation and provide various nutritional and therapeutic interventions for inflammatory diseases. • Provides a comprehensive understanding of the epidemiology of chronic inflammation, as well as novel regulatory mechanisms controlling inflammation initiation, progression, and resolution • Covers several pathologies associated with inflammation, including aging, allergies, autoimmune disorders, atherosclerosis, cancer, chronic wounds, metabolic syndrome, and obesity • Includes numerous types of therapeutics— such as omega-3 fatty acids, phytochemicals, drugs and pharmaceuticals, biologics, and anti-inflammatory diets—to treat or prevent inflammation • Contains a "clinical relevance" section following each chapter, which summarizes clinical applications in a language that is easily understood by clinicians Selected Contents: Systems Biology of Inflammation and Regulatory Mechanisms: At the Interface between Acute and Chronic Inflammation: Insights from Computational Modeling. Pathologies Associated with Inflammation. Nutrition & Therapeutics for Inflammatory Diseases. Catalog no. K13315, September 2012, 472 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-7211-6, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease New! New!

Nutrition and Mental Health Ruth Leyse-Wallace

Formerly of Sharp-Mesa Vista Hospital, San Diego, California, USA (retired)

An examination of the role diet plays in mental health, this book reviews the scientific literature from many fields of science including health, psychology, nutrition, mental well-being, and the interface with chronic disease. The book provides a straightforward, readable report of broadly selected scientific research on how various nutrients affect mental health. It covers several types of mental health disorders and their links to nutrients, nutritional status, and nutritional supplements. This book provides mental health professionals with the information they need to evaluate nutritional issues. Catalog no. K12932, January 2013, 248 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-6335-0, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

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Vitamin D Oxidative Stress, Immunity, and Aging Edited by

Adrian F. Gombart Oregon State University, Corvallis, USA Series: Oxidative Stress and Disease

Vitamin D insufficiency/deficiency is a worldwide, public health problem in both developed and developing countries. This volume highlights the most recent research findings on the impact of this nutrient in oxidative stress, immunity, and aging. The book examines Vitamin D’s genomic and nongenomic effects, the role of therapeutic analogs in treating disease, and the production of vitamin D by the body. It discusses its role in modulating oxidative stress and regulating the immune response as well as its role in the regulation of the aging process. Catalog no. K12283, November 2012, 462 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-5020-6, $149.95 / £95.00 Also available as an eBook

Advancing Medicine with Food and Nutrients Second Edition Edited by

Ingrid Kohlstadt

Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA

"When we walk into a grocery store, we are really entering a pharmacy with precious nutrients and potentially dangerous toxins. The power of nutrition in enhancing our most innovative medical interventions as well as avoiding their need become readily apparent in this well-organized, comprehensive work that is an essential textbook for healers around the world. The sacredness of food is often forgotten and leads to many of the chronic illnesses that ail modern society. This text reminds us of the strong scientific foundation for arguing that healing starts with our diet." —Mehmet Oz, M.D., Professor and Vice-Chair of Surgery, New York Presbyterian/Columbia Hospital

"This book is an excellent in-depth review of the evidence to support the role of nutrition in health promotion and disease prevention. This book should be read by all those who strive to improve the health of the people they serve. It should certainly be a well-read addition to the library of every health care provider who wants to use an evidence-based approach to treating and caring for their patients. Dr. Kohlstadt has pulled together a wonderful array of scientists and clinicians who have brought the science and practice of medicine into one compendium." —Miriam Alexander, M.D., MPH, Director, General Preventive Medicine Residency Program and Director, Mid-Atlantic Public Health Training Center, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

This second edition reviews several new disorders as well as emerging themes uncovered by new research, including periodontal disease, steatohepatitis, bariatric surgery, atopic dermatitis, kidney stones, nutrient demand when faced with toxic exposures, food safety issues in patients with allergies and pre-existing medical conditions, and the effects of variables such as ultraviolet light, radiation, jetlag, and shift-work on nutritional needs. Catalog no. K14055, December 2012, 910 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-8772-1, $149.95 / £95.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease New!

Phytochemicals Health Promotion and Therapeutic Potential Edited by

Colleen Carkeet, Kerry Grann, R. Keith Randolph, Dawna Salter Venzon, and Samantha Izzy Increasing knowledge of the various protective effects of phytochemicals has sparked interest in further understanding their role in human health. This book is the seventh in a series representing the emerging science with respect to plant-based chemicals. Drawn from the proceedings at the Seventh International Phytochemical Conference, this book contains chapters written by conference presenters along with those of additional invited authors whose research focuses on the biological activities and clinical outcomes associated with phytochemical consumption. Catalog no. K15180, September 2012, 270 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-5162-6, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook

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Tocotrienols Vitamin E Beyond Tocopherols, Second Edition Edited by

New!

Nutrition, Lifestyle Factors, and Blood Pressure Edited by

Pao-Hwa Lin and Laura Svetkey This book covers measures to prevent health conditions and diseases that are associated with high blood pressure. The first section provides a comprehensive review of diet, nutrition, lifestyle, and blood pressure control. It also summarizes clinical recommendations for practitioners. The second section focuses on implementation of strategies to promote behavioral changes for blood pressure control. The third section addresses key subgroup populations and situations that require special considerations. The final chapter addresses practical application and presents simple tools for practitioners. Catalog no. K11508, June 2012, 296 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-3075-8, $119.95 / £76.99 Also available as an eBook

Eating Disorders in Women and Children Prevention, Stress Management, and Treatment, Second Edition

Barrie Tan, Ronald Ross Watson, and Victor R. Preedy

Edited by

Recognized as potent antioxidants, tocotrienols play a role in cholesterol reduction, tumor suppression, reversal of arteriosclerosis, and protection of the heart against oxidative stress. Compiling contributions from leading researchers, this book overviews tocotrienols and examines their sources, chemistry, and mechanisms of action. Contributors discuss the role of tocotrienols in the treatment and prevention of cancer and in cardiovascular health, diabetes, and other hormone regulation by tocotrienols. In addition, the book addresses animal and in vitro as well as mechanistic and preclinical studies.

Our understanding of eating disorders has improved markedly over the past ten years. Highlights in the second edition include an emphasis on the physiology of eating disorders and genetic factors related to anorexia and bulimia, theories on prevention and the identification of at-risk individuals, and the latest information on therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, constructionist, and narrative approaches as well as pharmaceutical management. The book also explores nutritional evaluation and treatment and provides specific exercise recommendations for women and children with eating disorders.

Catalog no. K13972, September 2012, 400 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-8441-6, $149.95 / £95.00 Also available as an eBook

Kristin L. Goodheart, James R. Clopton, and Jacalyn J. Robert-McComb

Catalog no. K11180, October 2011, 456 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2481-8, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease Nutrition Therapy for Chronic Kidney Disease Edited by

Lynn K. Thomas and Jennifer Bohnstadt Othersen Based on the work of the National Kidney Foundation and the Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes foundation, this volume builds upon the discoveries made by these institutions. It expands upon their recommendations to provide a comprehensive guidebook with practice protocols for individuals with kidney disease. The book discusses the common metabolic pathologies associated with kidney disease, including electrolyte and acid-based disorders, bone and mineral disorders, and chronic anemia, and includes chapters on obesity and physical activity, quality of life improvement in chronic kidney disease, and dietary counseling strategies. Catalog no. K12241, April 2012, 308 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4949-1, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

Flavonoids and Related Compounds

The Impact of Dietary Regulation of Gene Function on Human Disease Edited by

Wayne R. Bidlack

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, USA

Raymond L. Rodriguez

University of California, Davis, USA

Discussing the current status of nutritional genomic research, this book contains the latest scientific findings on the mechanisms underlying diet–genome interactions. With contributions from renowned experts, it covers information on how dietary signals are transformed into disease-preventing changes in gene expression, gene-linked networks of chronic disease and cancer, and the role of food science and nutrition to meet individual genomic health needs. The book identifies future directions for research and highlights opportunities for improving global health and wellness by preventing, delaying, or mitigating chronic diseases with diet. • Presents a cross-disciplinary approach with contributions from recognized researchers in the field of nutritional genomics • Places a new perspective on understanding the gene networks that define the metabolic pathways involved in chronic diseases

Bioavailability and Function

• Provides detailed perspectives on the basics from genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics

Edited by

Jeremy P.E. Spencer and Alan Crozier Series: Oxidative Stress and Disease

Flavonoids exert a multiplicity of biological effects on humans and can have beneficial implications for numerous disease states. This volume examines current knowledge regarding the absorption, metabolism, and bioavailability of individual flavonoids and related phenolic compounds. Edited by internationally recognized leaders in the field, the book presents contributions by a panel of experts who demonstrate the potential of flavonoids in ameliorating a range of disease states, including cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders, and cancer. This research provides a reliable starting point for further inquiry and experimentation. Catalog no. K12151, April 2012, 471 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4826-5, $149.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

Nutritional Genomics

• Describes varied mechanisms of gene expression related to chronic disease, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes, inflammation, and cancer • Identifies the key role of the agriculture-food industries in delivering whole foods containing the requisite bioactive components • Includes an assessment of the future of personalized nutrition Selected Contents: Transforming Dietary Signals into Gene Expression. Gene Linked Networks. Food Needs to Meet Nutrigenomic Health Needs. Catalog no. K11975, December 2011, 448 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4452-6, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease Diet, Brain, Behavior Practical Implications Edited by

Robin B. Kanarek

Tufts University, Medford, Massachusetts, USA

Harris R. Lieberman USARIEM, Natick, Massachusetts, USA

As the field of nutritional neuroscience has grown, both the scientific community and the general population have expressed a heightened interest in the effect of nutrients on behavior. Topics discussed in this volume include the concepts of mental energy and fatigue, the dangers of obesity and its effect on behavior, weight loss methods, and the effects of dietary supplements on brain functioning and behavior. It also examines the reward deficiency hypothesis and eating disorders, the importance of maintaining proper fluid intake, the effects of eating breakfast on performance, and the role of diet in pain sensitivity. • Addresses practical and applied issues in nutritional neuroscience • Includes a scientific and commercial perspective on nutritional supplements and brain function • Examines a wide variety of dietary supplements and foods • Discusses obesity and the brain Selected Contents: Mental Energy and Fatigue: Science and the Consumer. Hydration and Brain Function. Diet as an Analgesic Modality. Breakfast and Adult and Child Behaviors. Diet, Physical Activity, and Substrate Oxidation: Implications for Appetite Control, Weight Loss, and Body Composition. The Reward Deficiency Hypothesis: Implications for Obesity and Other Eating Disorders. Potential Consequences of Obesity on Cognitive Behavior. Dietary Supplements for Weight Loss. Catalog no. K11143, October 2011, 335 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2156-5, $149.95 / £95.00 Also available as an eBook

Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease Nutrition Desk Reference Edited by

Gerard E. Mullin

Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Laura E. Matarese

East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA

Melissa Palmer

NYU Langone Medical Center, New York, USA

Although [this book] is geared toward the health care provider, I believe the data presented is simple enough for a lay person experiencing any of the gastrointestinal or liver issues to find solace in the information presented. ... I believe this reference is concise, thorough, and gives the reader an inclusive indication of issues at hand as well as understanding of possibilities and healing methods. —Reader Views, March 2012

Discussing nutritional therapies in the management of gastrointestinal and liver issues, this reference brings together experts in the field of nutrition, gastroenterology, and hepatology to offer dietary, nutritional, and natural therapies for gastrointestinal and hepatic ailments. Disorders covered include celiac disease, cancer, malabsorption, alcoholic and nonalcoholic liver disease, viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, irritable bowel syndrome, and obesity. It also addresses the unique issues of hospitalized patients and includes key charts, tables, and practical therapeutic strategies. • Reviews gut structure and function to help readers understand the management of nutritional disorders through the digestive tract • Offers a toolbox of key concepts, charts, tables, and algorithms to solve nutritional management problems • Provides expert guidance on the newest advances in diagnostic testing • Offers case studies on the role of diet, enteral and parenteral formulations, probiotics, and food and herbal-based supplements Catalog no. K10642, September 2011, 505 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1264-8, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease

Melatonin in the Promotion of Health Second Edition Edited by

DHEA in Human Health and Aging Edited by

Ronald Ross Watson

University of Arizona, Tucson, USA

This volume provides a wide variety of expert reviews on the biology of melatonin relevant to health. Beginning with a history of melatonin and its relation to circadian rhythms, the book examines its use in a host of applications, including gastrointestinal diseases, anesthesia and surgery, bone health, breast cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and age-related macular degeneration and uveitis. It also examines applications related to melanoma, solar skin damage, collagen synthesis, the prevention of DNA damage, mental disorders, sleep, and issues related to jet lag and shift work. • Presents contributions from international researchers in a range of fields • Provides a timeline spanning from the discovery of melatonin to its current therapeutic applications • Examines the use of melatonin in a host of disease states ranging from cardiac arrhythmia to mental disorders • Includes detailed references to enhance further study Selected Contents: Melatonin Time Line: From Discovery to Therapy. Melatonin and Circadian Rhythms: An Overview. Synthesis and Metabolism of Melatonin in the Skin and Retinal Pigment Epithelium. Melatonin in Prevention of Mutagenesis, Oxidation, and Other Damage to Cells. Cardiovascular Protection by Melatonin. Melatonin Effect on Reproduction. Melatonin and the Prevention of Ultraviolet Solar Skin Damage. Melatonin and Type 2 Diabetes. Melatonin, Sleep, and Immune Modulation: Role in Health and Disease. Melatonin as a Treatment for Uveitis. Role of Melatonin in Regulating Gut Motility

Reduced production of DHEA associated with the diseases that accompany aging has led to its use as a nutritional supplement for antiaging, metabolic support, and other purposes. This volume reviews the past ten years of research into this hormone and explores its potential for future study. Topics discussed include the biology of DHEA, prevention as well as treatment of various human disease states by changing DHEA levels, using DHEA levels to predict the risk of disease, the role of DHEA in several disease states, animal models and their relation to studies done on humans, and adverse effects in DHEA-supplemented women. • Discusses how DHEA is associated with physiological changes in animals and primates • Explores the role of DHEA in general nutrition, health promotion, and disease prevention • Examines potential risks of using the DHEA hormone • Describes the holistic role of DHEA regulators as applied to disease prevention and health Selected Contents: Overviews of Key DHEA Modified Conditions. Prevention of Disease by DHEA. Treatment of Diseases and Physiological Disorders by Dehydroepiandrosterone. Animal and In Vitro Model Studies: Future Uses of DHEA. DHEA and Mechanisms of Action in Humans. Index. Catalog no. K11765, July 2011, 472 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-3883-9, $149.95 / £95.00 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. K11833, August 2011, 584 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-3979-9, $149.95 / £95.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease Clinical Management of Intestinal Failure Edited by

Christopher P. Duggan, Tom Jaksic, and Kathleen M. Gura Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

This reference provides a current, multidisciplinary approach to the care of patients with intestinal failure. It offers intensive discussion regarding medical, surgical, and nutritional issues. It also presents information on transplantation and rehabilitation. Topics cover etiology and epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical assessment in adults and children, medical and surgical management, prevention and treatment of complications, nursing management, emerging diagnostic and therapeutic methods, and longterm care. This book is written by a group of experts that includes gastroenterologists, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, social workers, and patients. Catalog no. K10717, December 2011, 564 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1390-4, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

Micronutrients in Health and Disease Kedar N. Prasad

Premier Micronutrient Corporation, Antioxidant Research Institute, Novato, California, USA

Nutritional Management of Digestive Disorders Edited by

Bhaskar Banerjee

University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, USA

Reflecting current concerns, especially regarding aging and obesity, this cutting-edge work covers a range of digestive disorders and novel therapies. It considers management and nutrition for celiacs, eosinophilic esophagitis, and inflammatory bowel, as well as acute pancreatitis and liver disease. It discusses macro- and micronutrients for colon cancer prevention, guidelines on probiotics for IBS and antibiotic-associated diarrhea, treatments for obesity including bariatric surgery, and short bowel syndrome and small intestinal transplantation. It also includes a wealth of practical advice on nutritional assessment, parenteral nutrition, and home nutritional support. Catalog no. 86545, August 2010, 406 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-8654-6, $135.95 / £87.00 Also available as an eBook

Folate in Health and Disease Second Edition Edited by

Lynn B. Bailey

University of Georgia, Athens, USA

Through scientific, evidence-based research, this book provides comprehensive information on micronutrients and their ability to promote healthy aging and mitigate the effect and reduce the risk of disease. It examines micronutrients in oxidative stress, inflammation, and immune function and provides recommendations for healthy aging and disease prevention. It proposes specific micronutrient supplementation for several conditions including coronary artery disease, diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, hearing disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, HIV/AIDS, the adverse effects of radiation, and arthritis.

Keeping up with the explosion in information, this volume provides an up-to-date resource on new areas of folate research. Insights related to folate chemistry, bioavailability, kinetics, metabolism, nutrient-gene, and nutrient-nutrient interaction are coupled with a public health/clinical medicine perspective of research findings targeted to birth defects, vascular and neurological diseases, and cancer. Epidemiological evidence is interpreted in tandem with new findings related to folate’s mechanistic role in health maintenance and disease/birth defect prevention. The book features global recommendations for folate intake and a synopsis of folic acid fortification programs.

Catalog no. K11116, October 2010, 391 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2106-0, $135.95 / £87.00 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 71246, November 2009, 602 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-7124-5, $159.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition in Health & Disease

Bone Health in Children Steven A. Abrams and Keli M. Hawthorne Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA

This volume explores recent research, debunks popular myths, and clarifies the often confusing and contradictory scientific literature. Topics include the Institute of Medicine process by which Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are developed; iron, calcium, and vitamin D requirements for infants, children, and pregnant and lactating women; and the scientific research process related to human nutrition. The book also examines the nonbone health aspects of vitamin D and why literature claims about this topic can be misleading. Frequently Asked Questions regarding nutrition with answers are provided in short format. Catalog no. K12228, March 2012, 241 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4926-2, $119.95 / £76.99 Also available as an eBook

Functional Foods and Cardiovascular Disease Edited by

Development and Manufacture of Yogurt and Other Functional Dairy Products Edited by

Fatih Yildiz

Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey

Fueled by continuing developments in biological sciences, there have been rapid changes in yogurt development since the turn of the nineteenth century. Presenting a comprehensive review of all aspects of yogurt, including production, processing, preparation, and regulations, expert contributors address the most recent developments in probiotics as well as the interaction between yogurt and immunological and intestinal bowel diseases. This book also includes chapters that explore a number of yogurt and dairy beverages, such as Ayran, Cacik, Kurut, Kefir, and Kumiss. Catalog no. 82078, November 2009, 451 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-8207-4, $199.95 / £127.00 Also available as an eBook

Adipose Tissue and Inflammation Edited by

Atif B. Awad and Peter G. Bradford

Mohammed H. Moghadasian

St. Boniface Hospital Research Center, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

N.A. Michael Eskin

State University of New York, Buffalo, USA

Series: Oxidative Stress and Disease

This book examines the pathogenesis of coronary artery disease, genetic methods for enhancing bioactives in foods, new techniques for extracting bioactive components for developing functional foods, and clinical and experimental evidence of the cardiovascular benefits of fish oils and plant oils. It discusses the importance of folic acid in homocysteine metabolism and its impact on cardiovascular disease, examines the cardiovascular benefits of plant sterols, and explores the beneficial effects of wine, garlic products, eggs, fiber, cocoa and chocolate, and coffee and tea on cardiovascular health.

Obesity leads to a host of pathologies, including cardiovascular disease, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome. Central to all of these pathologies is the concept that obesity produces chronic inflammation. Featuring contributions from international experts in the fields of adiposity, inflammation, adipokines, and pharmaconutrition, this book focuses on the effects of obesity on systemic inflammation. The text addresses the epidemiology of obesity-induced inflammation, the adipokine mediators that link adipose tissue to inflammation, the influence of hormones on adipose inflammation, and the roles of nutrients, lifestyles, and pharmacotherapy in reducing inflammation and obesity.

Catalog no. 71106, February 2012, 296 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-7110-8, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 91301, October 2009, 318 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-9130-4, $159.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada

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Nutrition in Health & Disease

Diet and Nutrition in Palliative Care Edited by

Victor R. Preedy

King's College, London, UK

“This book provides a wonderful blend of palliative and nutrition care concepts for the healthcare professional and adds to the body of knowledge for clinicians seeking to improve aspects of patient care based on quality-of-life goals, rather than technology-driven healthcare.” —Denise Baird Schwartz, MS, RD, FADA, CNSD, in Nutrition in Clinical Practice, 27(2), 2012

The text covers methods of pain control and sedation and provides extensive coverage on nutritional guidelines and diet therapy, along with research on incurable types of cancer and patients suffering from dementia. Catalog no. K11019, May 2011, 464 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1932-6, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

Nutrition, Diet Therapy, and the Liver Edited by

Victor R. Preedy, Raj Lakshman, Rajaventhan Srirajaskanthan, and Ronald Ross Watson Well-illustrated throughout and with in-depth analyses, this one-stop-shop to nutrition and liver disease provides a holistic understanding of the causative elements that precipitate liver disease and the nutritional factors and regimens that reverse deteriorating hepatic function. It discusses the role of nutrition and diet as applied to liver pathology and liver disease prevention and reversal. With contributions from leading international experts, the book covers therapeutic targets, novel agents, and disease treatments. It also explores the latest trends and findings, including new areas of nutrio-hepatic science. Catalog no. 85492, September 2009, 373 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-8549-5, $159.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

Micronutrients and Brain Health Edited by

Lester Packer, Helmut Sies, Manfred Eggersdorfer, and Enrique Cadenas Series: Oxidative Stress and Disease

Addressing cutting-edge areas of research regarding micronutrients and the brain, this book discusses the identification of specific micronutrients that support brain function and their molecular mechanisms underlying neuroprotectant activity. It covers age-related metabolic pathways, mitochondrial nutrients, and neurodegeneration. Additional chapters cover flavonoids, cell signaling, and neuronal functions as well as the role of choline, amino acids, metals, and other micronutrients in brain health and function. The text places a particular emphasis on lipoic acid, which is shown to be a therapeutic agent in neuropathologies. Catalog no. 73516, October 2009, 460 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-7351-5, $184.95 / £118.00 Also available as an eBook

Vitamin K in Health and Disease John W. Suttie

University of Wisconsin, Madison, USA

Vitamin K in Health and Disease provides a comprehensive summary of the latest scientific evidence regarding Vitamin K’s health-promoting activities. This book offers complete coverage of the chemistry of Vitamin K, deficiency signs and nutritional assessment, metabolism and biochemistry, and pharmacology. It presents up-to-date scientific studies on the nutritional, metabolic, and medical aspects along with an overview of the history of Vitamin K research. This text also reviews current dietary requirements and discusses both plasma and non-plasma Vitamin K-dependent proteins. Catalog no. 3392, April 2009, 231 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-3392-7, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition Science

Forthcoming!

Handbook of Vitamins

Amino Acids Biochemistry and Nutrition

Fifth Edition

Guoyao Wu

Texas A&M University, College Station, USA

This up-to-date book presents basic concepts and recent advances in amino acid biochemistry and nutrition, providing comprehensive coverage of developments over the past 45 years. It includes information on absorption, metabolism, and excretion of amino acids while addressing protein quality and requirements. The text discusses metabolic pathways of amino acids in relation to health and disease in various organisms as well as species differences in metabolism of amino acids. The author also presents a critical analysis of amino acid supplementation to humans and animals. • Presents concepts and recent advances in biochemistry, metabolism, and nutrition of amino acids • Covers protein digestion, quality, and requirements as well as analysis of amino acid supplementation in both humans and animals • Integrates metabolic pathways of amino acids with health and disease in various organisms • Provides information on synthesis and degradation, techniques for measuring, and regulation of protein turnover Selected Contents:

Janos Zempleni, John W. Suttie, Jesse F. Gregory III, and Patrick J. Stover Praise for Previous Editions "Maintaining the status as the highest quality reference in the field, the Handbook of Vitamins brings together leading experts in molecular biology, biochemistry, and physiology to incorporate these new discoveries into this updated and revised fourth edition. True to the clinical focus of the previous editions, this book is comprised of comprehensive analyses of the chemical, physiological, and nutritional relationships and the newly identified functions of all recognized vitamins." —Anticancer Research, Sept/ Oct 2007, Vol. 27, No. 5A

This new edition of a bestseller presents comprehensive summaries that analyze the chemical, physiological, and nutritional relationships as well as highlight newly identified functions for all recognized vitamins. Maintaining its status as the highest quality reference in the field, the handbook brings together leading experts in molecular biology, biochemistry, and physiology to incorporate these new discoveries into this updated and revised fifth edition. • Presents biochemistry, genomics, molecular biology, nutrition, and physiological relationships of vitamins

Basic concepts about amino acids, peptides, and proteins. Protein digestion and absorption of peptides and amino acids. Synthesis and degradation of amino acids. Interorgan metabolism of amino acids and peptides. Roles for amino acids in cell signaling. Intracellular protein turnover. Assessments of protein quality. Determination of amino acid and protein requirements.

• Focuses on human nutrition, vitamin analysis, and vitamin action at the molecular level

Catalog no. K12865, April 2013, c. 472 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-6189-9, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

• Explains research in vitamins and gene expression, vitamin-dependent genes, and vitamin effect on DNA stability

• Provides separate chapters on vitamins A, D, K, E, B6, B12, as well as niacin, riboflavin, thiamine, pantothenic acid, biotin, folic acid, choline, and ascorbic acid • Includes new information on bioactive food compounds and histone modifications

Catalog no. K15043, August 2013, c. 600 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-1556-7, $149.95 / £95.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition Science New! New!

Edible Structures The Basic Science of What We Eat José Miguel Aguilera

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago

Understanding the science behind cooking has become all the rage. In an entertaining and educational way, this book describes the science that transforms the structures of delicious food. The author reveals some of the intimate secrets of cooking, and explains how food molecules affect our health and wellbeing. The text also delves into the mysteries of modern cuisine. Through clear and objective essays, it answers many questions about food, raw materials, manufacturing processes, and the benefits and risks involved in our daily food consumption. It makes a fun and informative read for professional chefs, culinary students, and anyone interested in the science behind food. • Describes the science that transforms food structures during cooking • Answers questions about food, raw materials, and food manufacturing processes • Analyzes the benefits and risks involved in our daily food consumption • Discusses the role of modern gastronomy and the impact of innovative chefs Selected Contents: Nutritious and Delicious Molecules. Food Materials and Structures. Journey to the Center of Our Food. From Farm to Cells and Back. A Pinch of Mathematics. Nutritional and Culinary Thermodynamics. Between Brain and Cell. Culinary Technologies and Food Structures. The Pleasure of Eating. The Empowerment of Chefs. The Science that Fascinates Chefs. Healthy Habits. Final Comments. Catalog no. K14328, October 2012, 462 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4398-9890-1 $39.95 / £25.99 Also available as an eBook

Innovation in Healthy and Functional Foods Edited by

Dilip Ghosh, Shantanu Das, Debasis Bagchi, and R.B. Smarta Functional food developers are faced with challenges and opportunities in bringing these food products into the marketplace. This book addresses not only innovation and technology, but also the regulatory framework, consumer perspectives, and business and financial considerations. Presented by experts from industry and academia directly involved in the process, chapters cover food safety, packaging, and regulations; drivers and barriers in innovation; the global marketing of functional foods; the changing dynamics of food consumption in developing countries; product innovation; technological development; functional food ingredients; and future trends. • Presents perspectives on healthy food innovations regarding product development, marketing, and acceptance, as well as affordable nutrition for consumers • Considers several factors in the innovation process and presents case studies of product successes and failures • Provides information on innovative technological developments, such as packaging and coating • Highlights innovation in functional food ingredients, including recent developments in mineral fortifications • Discusses future trends regarding food souvenir products, nano-functional foods, and local food sustainability Selected Contents: Introduction. Market and Trends. Consumer Perspective on Innovation versus Need. Technological Development on Healthy and Functional Foods. Innovation in Functional Food Ingredients. Market to Innovative Products. Future Trends. Index. Catalog no. K12908, September 2012, 616 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-6267-4, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition Science

Serving People with Food Allergies

CRC Desk Reference for Nutrition

Kitchen Management and Menu Creation

Carolyn D. Berdanier

Joel J. Schaefer

Allergy Chefs, Inc. Jacksonville, Florida, USA

“Not only can the existing realm of professionals in the industry benefit from the information, it's a book that will be extremely useful on the educational front as a tool in culinary schools and universities for training future generations of food service professionals. ... It should be required reading in all food service curriculum.” —Suzanne Bowland, Founder/Executive Producer, GF Culinary Productions, Inc., Denver, Colorado, USA

Written for large food service corporations and hotel and restaurant chains to use in training, this book contains information on cooking for and serving those with food allergies and special dietary needs. Using basic terminology, the book is suitable for home cooks as well. The author provides information on specialty products to enhance menu offerings and reduce liability issues. He also offers step-by-step ideas on reviewing kitchen procedures to prevent crosscontact and cross-contamination of food. • Includes basic training tools for servers, cooks, restaurant managers, and chefs • Provides information on specialty products to enhance menu offerings and reduce liability issues • Gives restaurant managers and owners ideas on how to analyze their menu to identify current options • Offers ideas on how to review kitchen procedures to identify ways to prevent potential cross-contact and crosscontamination • Includes a chapter on creating and modifying recipes that meet the food needs of people with multiple allergies Catalog no. K11383, June 2011, 376 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2804-5, $49.95 / £31.99 Also available as an eBook

Third Edition Professor Emerita, University of Georgia, Athens, USA

This third edition is an updated reference that defines and explains terms commonly used in nutrition, medicine, food science, metabolism, and physiology. The entries are listed alphabetically and are followed by a definition, paragraph, essay, composition, or feature article. The book has been expanded to reflect new advances and now includes information on gut hormones and their functions, food intake recommendations, new drugs with nutritional applications, and novel discoveries of transport proteins and messenger proteins. • Synthesizes terms from biochemistry, molecular biology, medicine, and other related disciplines in a single volume • Summarizes and illustrates key information of nutrition topics from additives to vitamins for easy reference • Presents entries from an international expert renowned for her discovery of one of the genes linked to non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus Selected Contents: Absorption. Additives. Amino Acids. Anemia. Apoptosis. Ascorbic Acid. Biotin. Carbohydrate. Choline. Contamination of food with metals. Cytokines. Diabetes mellitus. Drug-nutrient interactions. Eicosanoids. Energetics. Fatty acids. Folacin (Folic acid). Food intake regulation. Gluconeogenesis. Glycogen. Inununoactive bacterial endotoxins. Kwashiorkor. Lesioncausing bacterial toxins. Lipids. Lipoproteins. Malnutrition. Medicinal plants. Membraneaffecting bacterial toxins. Minerals. Niacin (B.). Normal clinical values for blood. Obesity. Oxidation. Pantothenic acid. Poisonous plants. Proteins. Protein synthesis. Pyridoxine. Riboflavin. SI units. Subunit bacterial toxins. Thiamin. Types of antinutritives. Vitamin A. Vitamin B. Vitamin D. Vitamin E. Vitamin K. Catalog no. K12160, June 2011, 514 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4844-9, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition Science New!

Dietary Fiber and Health Edited by

Susan Cho

NutraSource Inc., Laurel, Maryland, USA

Nelson Almeida Designed for product developers, nutritionists, dietitians, and regulatory agencies, this volume discusses critical findings from the Ninth Vahouny Fiber Symposium about the significance of dietary fiber and ways to get more fiber in our diet. Steeped in research and the latest data from international experts, the book explores a range of topics related to this essential nutrient, including the relationship between fiber and weight management, gastrointestinal health, heart disease, cancer, and glucose metabolism; prebiotic effects of fiber and the characteristics and modulation of healthy flora; and the health benefits of novel fibers such as inulin. • Provides product formulators with guidance on fiber ingredients to help develop new products • Helps health professionals understand fiber’s role in improving public health • Supplies information on the analysis of fiber for food labeling and research purposes • Describes regulatory issues such as GRAS notice procedure

Fiber Ingredients Food Applications and Health Benefits Edited by

Susan Sungsoo Cho NutraSource Inc., Laurel, Maryland, USA

Priscilla Samuel

Solae, St. Louis, Missouri, USA

This book summarizes available fiber sources and how they can be incorporated into new food products to provide improved health benefits. It rigorously examines health claims, recent research, and contradictory data; covers fiber for weight and glycemic control, and intestinal regularity; and discusses how food producers can find fiber sources and include fiber in their products. Critically examining recent research and future directions, this resource blends coverage of scientific information on the health benefits of fiber with information on how to formulate foods with higher fiber concentrations. • Provides the latest scientific evidence on fiber ingredients • Analyzes health benefits of dietary fiber • Discusses how food producers can find fiber sources and include fiber in their products • Presents new sources of fiber such as bamboo, cottonseed, and fibers from fruits and vegetables • Reviews patent activities related to dietary fiber

Selected Contents:

Discussions Relating to the Definition of Dietary Fiber at the Ninth Vahouny Fiber Symposium. Implementation Issues of the Codex Definition of Dietary Fiber. Regulations for the Food Labeling of Dietary Fiber. Resistant Starch. Measurement Techniques for Insulin Sensitivity. Consumption of Total Fiber and Types of Fiber Are Associated with a Lower Prevalence of Obesity and Abdominal Adiposity in U.S. Adults. Fiber and Satiety. Viscous Dietary Fiber Reduces Adiposity and Plasma Adipokines and Increases Gene Expression Related to Fat Oxidation in Rats.

Soluble Fiber Sources Resistant Starches Conventional Fiber Recent Scientific Advances Catalog no. 43846, June 2009, 480 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-4384-6, $174.95 / £112.00 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. K14349, May 2012, 557 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-9929-8, $179.95 / £114.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition Science Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Health in Early Life

Advances in Food Biochemistry Edited by

Second Edition

Fatih Yildiz

Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey

Understanding the biochemistry of food is basic to all other research and development in the fields of food science, technology, and nutrition. This volume provides a unified exploration of foods from a biochemical perspective. Featuring illustrations to elucidate molecular concepts, it examines water and its relation to food, the glycobiology of food components, enzymes, hormones, functional foods and supplements, flavor compounds, organic acids, environmental issues, oxidation, and food safety. • Presents a new approach to food biochemistry • Includes recent research topics such as water and human health, diet and hormones, nutrigenomics, functional foods, and dietary supplements • Reviews recent food legislation in the U.S. and the European Union • Examines genetic identification of food, plants, and animals Selected Contents:

Jana Parizkova

Obesity Management Centre, Prague, Czech Republic

This edition analyzes longitudinal and cross-sectional data on the dietary, development, environmental, and functional factors influencing the growth and development of humans in early life stages. New chapters address the role of genetic factors as well as the prevention, consequences, and treatment of obesity. The text compares body mass index, body composition, and the shifts of adiposity rebound on an international scale. The presented approach combines somatic, functional, biochemical, hormonal, and psychological parameters to characterize development. • Describes changes in morphological, functional, motor, and sensomotor development in young children as related to nutritional status and body composition • Analyzes the effects of physical activity and exercise • Presents new chapters on the role of genetic factors, consequences of excess fat deposition, and obesity prevention

Water and Its Relation to Food. Glycobiology of Foods: Food Carbohydrates—Occurrence, Production, Food Uses, and Healthful Properties. Amino Acids, Oligopeptides, Polypeptides, and Proteins. Enzymes Applied in Food Technology. Lipids, Fats, and Oils. Nucleic Acid Biochemistry: Food Applications. Hormones: Regulation of Human Metabolism. Physiologically Bioactive Compounds of Functional Foods, Herbs, and Dietary Supplements. Flavor Compounds in Foods. Food Acids: Organic Acids, Volatile Organic Acids, and Phenolic Acids. Biological Oxidations: Enzymatic and Nonenzymatic Browning Reactions and Control Mechanisms. Lipid Oxidation and Control of Oxidation. Food Additives and Contaminants. Nutrigenomics and Nutrigenetics. Pharmacogenomics and Toxicogenomics in Food Chemicals. Index.

• Includes research data derived from repeated cross-sectional and longitudinal studies

Catalog no. 7499, December 2009, 521 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-7499-9, $184.95 / £118.00 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 82310, October 2009, 428 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-8231-9, $149.95 / £96.00 Also available as an eBook

• Provides assessments of biochemical, dietary, functional, hormonal, morphological, and psychological parameters Selected Contents: Introduction: First Steps to Optimal Health and Fitness throughout Life. Theoretical Considerations: What Can We Learn from the Natural and Experimental Models? Nutrition of Pregnant Mothers and Their Children in Early Life: Human Studies. Growth and Somatic Development of Preschool Children. Nutritional Status and Dietary Intake in Early Life. Functional Development and Physical Activity during Early Childhood. Influence of Varying Nutrition and Environment on Somatic Development and Physical Fitness.

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Nutrition Science Forthcoming!

VitaminBinding Proteins Functional Consequences Edited by

Krishnamurti Dakshinamurti and Shyamala Dakshinamurti Minor changes in the chemical structure of vitamins can cause major differences in their binding to proteins and therefore in their biological function. This book summarizes the current knowledge base with regard to vitamin-binding proteins. It stresses the ways in which vitamin bonds to proteins offer therapeutic potential for various diseases. Using a systems-based approach, the authors cover such topics as vitamins and the immune system, metabolic aspects of diabetes and the cardiovascular system, neuroprotection, antioxidant function, gene regulation, and transport as a tool for tumor targeting. Catalog no. K13765, May 2013, c. 360 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-8016-6, $119.95 / £76.99 Also available as an eBook

Diet, Nutrients, and Bone Health Edited by

John J.B. Anderson and Philip J. Klemmer University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, USA

Sanford C. Garner

ILS, Inc., Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, USA

Presenting recent advancements in research findings and the resulting new schools of thought on the physiology of human bone, this comprehensive reference examines information on dietary pattern and specific nutrients in bone health. Written by experts in the areas of nutrition, bone function, and medicine, chapters include research on a variety of bone-related topics including effects of vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants; dietary requirements; physical exercise; bone hormones; lifestyle and effects through the life cycle; race and ethnicity; and prevention of bone diseases including osteopenia and osteoporosis. Catalog no. K11029, October 2011, 566 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1955-5, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

Amino Acid Chelation in Human and Animal Nutrition H. DeWayne Ashmead Albion Laboratories, Clearfield, Utah, USA

“One cannot help but admire the clarity of writing and the logical and stepwise development of the material in this book. This reference should be invaluable to bioinorganic mineral researchers and others seeking to enhance mineral bioavailability to support optimal health and productivity.” —Wayne Askew, Ph.D., Professor, Division of Nutrition, University of Utah

An examination of the increased bioavailability of amino acid chelates, this book assembles chemical, clinical, and nutritional studies explaining how the body responds to amino acid chelates. Catalog no. K14289, February 2012, 269 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-9767-6, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook

Fat Detection Taste, Texture, and Post Ingestive Effects Edited by

Jean-Pierre Montmayeur

Centre des Sciences du Hout, Dijon, France

Johannes le Coutre Nestlé Research Center, Lausanne, Switzerland

Series: Frontiers in Neuroscience

This volume sheds new light on critical concerns regarding dietary fat and its relation to obesity. Going far beyond the well-known concerns, it offers new scientific data on the many aspects of fat, including psychological, behavioral, genetic, and physiological factors that contribute to its desirability, perception, intake, and impact on human health. Bringing together cross-disciplinary research, it includes information on genetic predisposition, neural imaging, endocrine impacts on metabolism, and also provides a progressive integrated view on fat taste, fat preference, and nutrition at the molecular level. Catalog no. 67753, September 2009, 643 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6775-0, $159.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

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Nutrition Science

Lipid Oxidation Pathways Volume Two

Daniel Valero and Maria Serrano

Edited by

University of Miguel Hernandez, Orihuela, Spain

Afaf Kamal-Eldin and David B. Min Complementing the bestselling previous edition, Lipid Oxidation Pathways, Volume 1, this volume focuses on the oxidation kinetics and mechanisms governing the behavior of different molecular species involved in lipid oxidation reactions. Moving beyond the scope of traditional texts that focus mainly on polyunsaturated fatty acids, this book provides a detailed review of the reactions of a wide range of other lipid molecules. Catalog no. N10249, January 2010, 324 pp. ISBN: 978-1-893997-56-1, $198.00 / £127.00

A comprehensive overview of new postharvest technologies, this book examines the physical, chemical, and nutritional changes that occur during the ripening process. The text focuses on how to maintain both sensorial and nutritional fruit quality parameters as well as how to extend shelf life. The authors present a wide range of technological applications for postharvest strategies, including heat treatments, naturally-occurring compounds, modified atmosphere packaging, non-toxic chemical compounds, and active packaging. The text also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using cold temperatures during handling, packaging, and storage. Catalog no. K10140, May 2010, 287 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-0266-3, $145.95 / £93.00 Also available as an eBook

New!

Canola and Rapeseed Production, Processing, Food Quality, and Nutrition

Nutrients and Epigenetics

Edited by

Usha Thiyam-Holländer and N.A. Michael Eskin

University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada

Bertrand Matthäus

Max Rubner-Institut, Detmold, Germany

In 2010, esteemed researchers gathered at a workshop held at the University of Manitoba. Drawn from these proceedings, this volume presents state-of-the-art information on the chemistry of the minor constituents of canola and rapeseed and their impact on human health. It also identifies new areas of research and opportunities for the industrial application of functional foods and nutraceuticals from canola and rapeseed. The book chapters have been expanded considerably to include a number of areas not contained in the original workshop, providing comprehensive coverage of the potential of this essential crop. Catalog no. K14973, November 2012, 374 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-1386-0, $169.95 / £108.00 Also available as an eBook

Postharvest Biology and Technology for Preserving Fruit Quality

Edited by

Sang-Woon Choi

Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Simonetta Friso

University of Verona School of Medicine, Italy

“Overall, the volume does an important service by unraveling, in a systematic way, the importance of nutrition and specific nutrients in the regulation of epigenetic processes. ...What is our responsibility as parents in establishing the health of our children even during pregnancy? How can children's diets today influence them, and also their children, over many years from now? The answers to these questions, and also many others, may well lie between the covers of this book.” —American Journal of Human Biology, 2010 Catalog no. 63545, May 2009, 258 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6354-7, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

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Sports Nutrition New!

Nutrition and the Female Athlete From Research to Practice Edited by

Katherine A. Beals University of Utah, Salt Lake City, USA

Written to address the nutritional needs of women over the age of 18 who partake in sports on a regular basis, this book covers a series of concerns specific to active women. It also discusses the link between nutrition and athletic performance and translates research into practical applications for health science and nutrition professionals. Chapters cover energy balance and energy requirements as well as substrate utilization. It recommends daily allowances of nutrients including carbohydrates, proteins, fatty acids, iron, and antioxidants, and presents special considerations for individuals with eating disorders, menstrual dysfunction, and low bonemineral density. • Discusses the link between nutrition and athletic performance • Covers energy balance and energy requirements • Recommends daily allowances of nutrients for women Selected Contents: Energy Balance and Energy Requirements of Female Athletes. Substrate Utilization in Female Athletes. Carbohydrate Requirements. Protein Requirements. Fatty Acids. Iron. Fluid and Electrolytes. Bone Nutrients - Calcium & Vitamin D. B Vitamins. Antioxidants. The Female Athlete Triad. Catalog no. K12235, January 2013, 272 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4938-5, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

Dietary Protein and Resistance Exercise Edited by

Lonnie Michael Lowery N.E.W. Associates, LLC, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, USA

Jose Antonio

ISSN, Deerfield Beach, Florida,USA

With contributions from the world’s foremost experts, this volume delivers the scientific truth about the role of dietary protein in the wellbeing of athletes. It reviews the science-related history of protein and its consumption among strength athletes, analyzes the mechanisms behind what proteins do in muscle cells, and describes protein’s effect on performance, recovery, and body composition. It explores various populations that actively employ resistance training and dietary protein and discusses timing, type, and safety data regarding protein diets and related supplements. The book includes sidebars, examples, and case studies— translating the science into a practical understanding of various protein-related topics. • Presents material in a tone accessible to trainers and coaches • Explores protein types, timing, dosing, mechanisms of action, and safety • Contains timely reviews and essential information on amino acid-related nutrients such as creatine • Includes evidence-based case studies and practical side bars throughout the book illustrating concepts Selected Contents: Introduction. Historical Perspectives: Nitrogen Balance and Stable Isotopic Data on Efficacy. Safety of Higher Protein Diets (Renal, Bone, Dietary Ramifications). Specific Protein Types (Efficacy, Differences, Functional Aspects) and Timing. Weight Control with Protein. Female-Specific Issues. Protein Synthesis and Breakdown on a Cellular Level (mTOR, ubiquitin, etc.). Lifespan-Specific Data (Youth, Middle Age, Elderly). Nitrogenous Compounds / Supplements (Single AAs, Creatine, B-Ala). Case Studies, Different Sports Applications. Catalog no. K11977, April 2012, 258 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4456-4, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

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Sports Nutrition Nutritional Guidelines for Athletic Performance

Physical Activity and Public Health Practice

The Training Table

Edited by

Barbara E. Ainsworth

Lemuel W. Taylor IV

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Belton, Texas, USA

Knowing the basic nutrition requirements and combining them with proper training are the two most important factors for athletes to achieve peak performance levels. This volume addresses these needs on a comprehensive basis from a training table perspective. Offering practical guidelines for practitioners and athletes, the book focuses on the key macronutrients that fuel daily metabolism and exercise training and explores differing needs for various athletes and their individual goals. It discusses how to determine body weight for a desired body fat percentage, recommended calorie consumption, dietary suggestions, and useful meal planning tools for a wide variety of caloric needs. • Presents the most recent scientific findings and current trends in the sports nutrition field

Arizona State University, Mesa, USA

Caroline A. Macera

San Diego State University, California, USA

Physical activity remains a critical area of research as we consider cost-effective measures for lowering the chronic disease epidemic worldwide. This volume summarizes essential topics in physical activity and community health and guides public health practitioners and researchers in understanding the positive impact that physical activity has on a host of disease states. The book includes historical insights into physical activity and health, public health philosophy, and approaches to understanding health concerns. It discusses the application of public health strategies to increase physical activity in youth, adults, and older adults and discusses effective policy and environmental approaches applied to various settings.

• Discusses basic caloric needs and macronutrient-specific needs for various types of athletes

• Presents the work of leading U.S. and international scholars in the areas of physical activity and public health practice

• Includes extensive tables, meal plans, and figures to illustrate content

• Offers historical insights into physical activity and health

Selected Contents:

• Examines physiological adaptation to physical activity and the effect of sedentary behavior on overall health

Introduction: The Role of the Training Table. Caloric Demands of Sport. Energy Demands: Sedentary versus Active Individuals. Energy Demands for Endurance Athletes. Energy Demands for Strength-Power Athletes. Meal Planning for Athletes. Role of Individual Nutrients. Protein Needs of Athletes. Carbohydrate Needs of Athletes. Fat Needs of Athletes. Micronutrient Needs of Athletes. Fluid Needs of Athletes. Other Training Table Considerations. Calorie Needs for Improving Body Composition. Calorie Needs for Inducing Muscle Hypertrophy. Nutrient Timing for Optimal Adaptation and Recovery. Carbohydrates: What We Know about Low versus High Levels for Athletes. Nutrition for the Aging Athlete. Index.

• Describes the role of physical activity in the prevention and treatment of disease as well as its relation to growth and development • Discusses practical aspects such as measurement, policy, national recommendations, and surveillance • Provides thought-provoking study questions and reference materials after each chapter to enhance further study Catalog no. K12242, February 2012, 371 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4951-4, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

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Sports Nutrition

Metabolic Optimization for Health, Performance, and Recovery

Nutritional Concerns in Recreation, Exercise, and Sport

Edited by

Nutrient Timing

Chad M. Kerksick

University of Oklahoma, Norman, USA

This book is the first edited volume on the concept of nutrient timing. Using this concept, individuals may improve performance, promote optimal adaptations to training, maximize recovery, and facilitate healthy interactions with their environment. Chapters cover the role of carbohydrates, proteins and amino acids, lipids, and vitamins and minerals in nutrient timing; pre-, mid-, and post-exercise nutrient recommendations for endurance and resistance sports; technology and innovation impacts on nutrient timing; nutrient timing programs; and nutrient timing in repair and recovery. Catalog no. K11768, October 2011, 373 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-3889-1, $79.95 / £49.99 Also available as an eBook

Nutritional Assessment of Athletes Second Edition Edited by

Judy A. Driskell and Ira Wolinsky “… provides a complete and thorough examination of the nutritional status and physical assessments needed to ensure optimal athletic performance. Experts in the fields of nutrition, physiology, and fitness have contributed to an in-depth coverage of the nutritional assessments and basic requirements and recommendations for athletes that includes timely information regarding fat, minerals, vitamins, supplements, sports drinks, and protein consumption. This information is combined with sections that deal with the physical assessment of the athlete ... . A must read for athletes of all levels and coaches, trainers, and physicians who assess the physical and nutritional status of their patients.” —Michael G. Bemben, Ph.D., Department of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Oklahoma

Catalog no. K10953, October 2010, 420 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1821-3, $125.95 / £80.99 Also available as an eBook

Judy A. Driskell

University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA

Ira Wolinsky

Professor Emeritus, University of Houston, Texas, USA

Concise, current, and well-referenced, this book addresses the major nutritional concerns of athletes and serious recreationalists. It contains a blend of basic and applied chapters that provide recommendations to increase endurance and enhance performance. Each chapter summarizes nutritional recommendations, emphasizing practical recommendations. The book provides information on nutrient requirements based on age and level of energy expenditure, encouraging the use of tailored nutrition plans. Catalog no. 68156, June 2009, 368 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6815-3, $129.95 / £82.99 Also available as an eBook

Nutrition and Exercise Concerns of Middle Age Edited by

Judy A. Driskell

University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA

One of the top experts in sports nutrition turns her attention in this book to the nutrition needs of the middle-aged individual. She brings together current research on energy-yielding nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and fluids and hydration. She also includes information on recreational activities including endurance and strength training exercises, age-related disorders, and public health policies, as well as the role of diet and physical activity in reducing risk and treating age-related diseases. Catalog no. 66013, March 2009, 516 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6601-2, $129.95 / £82.99 Also available as an eBook

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Textbooks in Nutrition

Coming Soon!

The Art of Nutritional Cuisine

Introduction to Clinical Nutrition Third Edition Vishwanath Sardesai

Vickie A. Vaclavik and Amy C. Haynes Culinary professionals are expected to provide cuisine that satisfies the diverse nutritional needs of a vast population of consumers. While the public has become increasingly health conscious, chefs can serve great-tasting foods that at the same time support a healthy lifestyle. This volume offers foundational nutrition principles with practical reinforcement of these principles in cooking labs complete with menus and recipes for delicious meals. The book includes a glossary of key terms, Teachable Moments to amplify the application of basic food science concepts, recommended websites, and references to USDA guidelines to assist in planning and achieving a healthy diet. Catalog no. K12316, February 2013, c. 616 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-5083-1, $59.95 / £38.99 Also available as an eBook

Dimensions of Food Seventh Edition Vickie A. Vaclavik, Marjorie M. Devine, and Marcia H. Pimentel

Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, USA

Since the publication of the second edition of this book, new discoveries have revolutionized the field of clinical nutrition. Highlighting these advances, new and revised topics in this edition include fiber, antioxidants, nutraceuticals, alternative medicine, and epidemiology; DNA, gene–nutrient interaction, epigenetics, and telomeres; nutritional aspects of kidney disease, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome; personalized nutrition and medicine; vegetarianism and other popular dietary practices; and obesity and cholesterol. Catalog no. K10949, October 2011, 704 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1818-3, $99.95 / £49.99 Also available as an eBook

Case Studies in Physiology and Nutrition Lynne Berdanier

Gainesville State College, Georgia, USA

An ideal laboratory workbook for the lab portion of an Introduction to Food Preparation course, this seventh edition includes updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the U.S. Department of Agriculture food pyramid and offers new recipes and new figures. With useful appendices and updated websites, the book helps build an understanding of the functional and structural properties of the components of foods. Material is presented in an organized, sequential manner, beginning with the demonstration of key principles through their application. With useful appendices and updated website addresses, this volume helps build an understanding of the functional and structural properties of the components of foods.

Carolyn D. Berdanier

Catalog no. K11151, February 2010, 360 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4398-2167-1 $72.95 / £45.99 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 88777, September 2009, 176 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-8877-9 $64.95 / £41.99 Also available as an eBook

Professor Emerita, University of Georgia, Athens, USA

Designed to encourage critical thinking skills, this text of case studies presents a range of conditions including anemia, diabetes, obesity, over- and malnutrition, starvation, parasites, dementia, and vitamin deficiencies. Each study presents patient background, lists symptoms and clinical findings, and poses questions. Another section lists solutions, scientific information, and opportunities for further learning. The text explores nutritional components by defining biochemical, mechanical, and physical functions. The book’s format aids students in relating functionality to system failure as well as understanding the role of environment in health and nutrition.

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