Advanced Human Nutrition and Micronutrient Metabolism

Catalog description

Essentials of vitamin and mineral digestion, absorption, metabolism, and function in humans during states of health and disease are examined. Linkages between key vitamins and their function in biological systems, such as bone health, energy metabolism, hematopoetic function, and immune function, are explored in depth. Topics include pertinent research methodologies, biomarkers,deficiency and toxicity states, and requirements across the life cycle.