Introduction to Nutrition and Metabolism 4th Edition

Introduction to Nutrition and Metabolism, 4th Edition

Introduction to Nutrition and Metabolism, 4th Edition by David A. Bender introduces the biochemical principles underlying nutrition and the body's use of nutrients. It explains how carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals contribute to energy production, metabolism, and health. The book provides a scientific foundation for understanding dietary requirements, nutritional disorders, and the relationship between diet and physiological function.

Key Features:

• Introduces the basic principles of nutrition and metabolism.
• Explains the biochemical foundations of nutritional science.
• Examines the digestion and absorption of essential nutrients.
• Covers carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism.
• Explores energy production and utilization in the body.
• Discusses the functions and requirements of vitamins and minerals.
• Explains the relationship between diet and human health.
• Introduces nutritional deficiencies and related disorders.
• Connects biochemical pathways with normal physiological functions.
• Provides foundational knowledge for students studying nutrition, biochemistry, and health sciences.