Nutrition: An Applied Approach
by Janice Thompson, Melinda Manore
5th Edition
Publisher: Pearson
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780134516233 |
| eText ISBN | 9780134619439 |
| Publisher | Pearson |
| Publishing Year | 2018 |
| Edition | 5th Edition |
| Language | English |
Nutrition: An Applied Approach, 5th Edition, by Janice Thompson and Melinda Manore, provides non-majors nutrition students with a practical introduction to dietary science. Published by Pearson, the textbook connects fundamental biological principles with everyday eating habits, explaining how human body systems absorb and process nutrients found in food.
The primary thematic coverage explores key physiological processes and nutrient responsibilities within the human body. Main focus areas include fluid and electrolyte balance, antioxidant function, bone health, energy metabolism, and blood health. By examining these core topics, the text clarifies how balanced nutrition supports fundamental physical systems and general wellness.
This 5th Edition includes new chapters dedicated to food equity, sustainability, and obesity. These updated sections provide non-majors with direct context for evaluating contemporary health issues, food security challenges, and environmental concerns, offering an applied perspective on modern nutritional science.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Nutrition: Linking Food and Health
- • In Depth: New Frontiers in Nutrition and Health
Chapter 2: Designing a Healthful Diet
- • In Depth: Healthful Dietary Patterns
Chapter 3: The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat?
- • In Depth: Disorders Related to Specific Foods
Chapter 4: Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients
- • In Depth: Diabetes
Chapter 5: Fats: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients
- • In Depth: Cardiovascular Disease
Chapter 6: Proteins: Crucial Components of all Body Tissues
- • In Depth: Vitamins and Minerals: Micronutrients with Macro Powers
Chapter 7: Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- • In Depth: Alcohol
Chapter 8: Nutrients Essential to Key Body Functions
- • In Depth: Cancer
Chapter 9: Nutrients Essential to Healthy Tissues
- • In Depth: Osteoporosis
Chapter 10: Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight
- • In Depth: Obesity
Chapter 11: Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health
- • In Depth: Disorders Related to Body Image, Eating, and Exercise
Chapter 12: Food Safety and Technology: Impact on Consumers
- • In Depth: The Safety and Effectiveness of Dietary Supplements
Chapter 13: Food Security, Equity, and Sustainability: The Challenge of “Good” Food
- • In Depth: Malnutrition
Chapter 14: Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Pregnancy and the First Year of Life
- • In Depth: The Fetal Environment: A Lasting Impression
Chapter 15: Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Childhood to Late Adulthood
- • In Depth: Searching for the Fountain of Youth
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