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When You Want to Say Yes, But Your Body Says No - The Proven Mind-Body Plan to Beat Chronic Fatigue and Stress-Related Illness... When You Want to Say Yes, But Your Body Says No - The Proven Mind-Body Plan to Beat Chronic Fatigue and Stress-Related Illness (Paperback)
Liz Tucker
R288 Discovery Miles 2 880 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

If you are stuck in a rut of ill health, exhaustion and low self-esteem then this is the book for you. Liz Tucker, GMTV's Stress Doctor, reveals her three-part plan that will free you from stress, illness and lethargy - and let your body say 'yes' again. Contents summary Liz Tucker, life coach, nutritionist and stress psychologist, shares her proven three-part plan to help you beat fatigue, adrenal burnout, IBS, ME and other stress-related illnesses. It will help you: Understand your body and become your own health detective Stop worrying about stress and instead learn how to control it Take control of your health and make fatigue a thing of the past. Part One examines your body, why it is letting you down, and what you need to do to return it to full health Part Two looks at your mind, how it affects your physical health and how to use it to break free from the anxiety-stress-fatigue cycle Part Three shows you how to customize your plan of action and gives you the focus to succeed Liz Tucker is a glowing example of what her plan can do for you and has already done for herself (she was bedridden with stress-related illness for three years) and hundreds of her clients. Her book will offer hope to thousands of burnt-out and overburdened people.

Nutritional and Environmental Influences on the Eye (Paperback): Allen Taylor Nutritional and Environmental Influences on the Eye (Paperback)
Allen Taylor
R649 Discovery Miles 6 490 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Significant advancements in nutrition's impact on the eye have occurred faster than any volume can document... until now. This book gives the background and rationale regarding the physiological damage caused by biological oxidants as well as the rationale for the protective roles for nutrient-antioxidants and how they affect the risk for cataracts. This volume also contains information on how to quantitatively assess age-related diseases of the eye including cataracts and age-related maculopathy. Smoking and light exposure as factors for age-related eye diseases as well as the utility of potential anticataract pharmaceuticals is discussed.

Methods for Investigation of Amino Acid and Protein Metabolism (Paperback): Antoine E. El-Khoury Methods for Investigation of Amino Acid and Protein Metabolism (Paperback)
Antoine E. El-Khoury
R1,860 Discovery Miles 18 600 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Containing all the new as well as classical methodologies used in the investigation of amino acid and protein metabolism in human and animal models, this book is needed because of the dramatic increase in research in this field. There is no other book currently on the market that covers these methods of investigation. Methods for Investigation of Amino Acid and Protein Metabolism explores areas such as amino acid transfer across tissue membranes, past and new applications using stable isotopes, protein synthesis in organs and tissues, and more. Because of the importance of research methods in the field of amino acid and protein nutrition and metabolism, this book facilitates the reader's integration of the concepts involved in these investigative research methods and their corollaries. In addition to helping any nutrition investigator design and conduct appropriate research protocols in this area of nutrition, this book assists students who are planning to investigate amino acid and protein metabolism in humans or laboratory animals.

Seafood - Effects of Technology on Nutrition (Paperback): George M. Pigott, Barbara Tucker Seafood - Effects of Technology on Nutrition (Paperback)
George M. Pigott, Barbara Tucker
R1,875 Discovery Miles 18 750 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Analyzes how the technology and commercial practices of cultivation affect the nutritive value of certain fish, molluscs, crustacea, and freshwater plants. Organized to reflect the sequence from growth, harvest, and capture, through transportation, storage, and processing, to packaging and distribut

Nutrition Essentials for Nursing Practice (Paperback, Ninth, North American Edition): Susan Dudek Nutrition Essentials for Nursing Practice (Paperback, Ninth, North American Edition)
Susan Dudek
R3,108 Discovery Miles 31 080 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Nutrition Essentials for Nursing Practice, 9th Edition gives nursing students the understanding of nutrition theory and application to ensure effective client care across the life cycle and the health-illness continuum. Incorporating nutrition throughout the nursing care process, Susan Dudek's concise yet thorough text equips tomorrow's nurses with the latest evidence-based practices and recommendations to facilitate nutrition on the front lines of nursing practice, from assessment and nursing diagnoses to implementation and evaluation. The most up-to-date resource of its kind, this revised edition includes the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025 and makes need-to-know information more accessible than ever with a student-friendly format, improved organization, engaging case studies, and adaptable content optimized for use in standalone courses, online, or a fully integrated curriculum.

Neural and Metabolic Control of Macronutrient Intake (Paperback): Hans-Rudolf Berthoud, Randy J. Seeley Neural and Metabolic Control of Macronutrient Intake (Paperback)
Hans-Rudolf Berthoud, Randy J. Seeley
R1,896 R1,309 Discovery Miles 13 090 Save R587 (31%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

When an excessive proportion of the human energy requirement is derived from fat, the likelihood of obesity increases. Any such individual is at risk for diabetes and cardiovascular disease- grave and costly health hazards. The selective control of fat ingestion is a promising solution to these concerns. Existing data suggests that macronutrient intake can be manipulated. Further research is working to create pharmacological tools that will suppress fat consumption. It will also be possible to fight obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Neural and Metabolic Control of Macronutrient Intake systematically discusses the known physiological mechanisms involved in macronutrientselection, including their molecular, genetic and neurochemical aspects. The book is also a critical review of the hypothesis that ingestion of the three nutrients is regulated by separate neural control mechanisms, leaving open the possibility that strategies could be devised to intervene in bodily control systems and alter the proportion of fat in the diet. This reference provides three types of information: First, the basic background of the biochemical and physiological systems as they relate to macronutrient selection. Second, opinions and data concerning to what degree animals and humans show evidence of macronutrient selection. And, third, evidence about how the central nervous system might be involved in the choices animals make among macronutrients.

Functional Foods and Cardiovascular Disease (Paperback): Mohammed H. Moghadasian, N.A. Michael Eskin Functional Foods and Cardiovascular Disease (Paperback)
Mohammed H. Moghadasian, N.A. Michael Eskin
R1,862 Discovery Miles 18 620 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Cardiovascular disease remains the number one killer in North America and around the world. The staggering medical costs involved in treating patients suffering from this disease demand an alternative approach to prevent or minimize its development. In Functional Foods and Cardiovascular Disease, international researchers reveal essential up-to-date information on the role that functional foods and nutraceuticals play in preventing the development of heart disease. Highlighting the physiological benefits of a host of functional foods, the book examines: The pathogenesis of coronary artery disease Genetic methods for enhancing bioactives in foods and new techniques for extracting bioactive components for developing functional foods Clinical and experimental evidence of the cardiovascular benefits of fish oils and plant oils, particularly flaxseed oil The importance of folic acid in homocysteine metabolism and its impact on cardiovascular disease Clinical and experimental evidence for the cardiovascular benefits of plant sterols The beneficial effects of wine, garlic products, eggs, fiber, cocoa and chocolate, and coffee and tea on cardiovascular health While there have been great improvements in treating coronary heart disease through surgery and medications, prevention through diet and exercise should remain an essential priority in maintaining the health of the aging population. Nutritionists, food scientists, and those working in the health industry will find that this book enhances their understanding of the potential role of functional foods in combating cardiovascular disease before more aggressive treatment is needed.

Nutrient Timing - Metabolic Optimization for Health, Performance, and Recovery (Paperback): Chad M. Kerksick Nutrient Timing - Metabolic Optimization for Health, Performance, and Recovery (Paperback)
Chad M. Kerksick
R1,872 Discovery Miles 18 720 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Sports nutrition has evolved beyond what to eat and how much to eat to now include the question of when to eat. A hot topic in sports nutrition, nutrient timing is a dietary concept that takes into account time as a missing dimension in athletic performance and recovery. Not only is the consumption of nutrients in ideal amounts and proportions important, but the timing with which they are administered is also of prime importance-the right nutrients at the ideal time to affect performance and muscular growth. Nutrient Timing: Metabolic Optimization for Health, Performance, and Recovery presents the most authoritative text to date that scientifically examines the contemporary topic of nutrient timing. Worldwide research continues to rapidly explore the metabolic impact of nutrient timing and how its proper application may help to improve performance. With contributions from scientists and practitioners in the field, this book gathers the latest evidence-based information on this cutting-edge area. The chapters cover macronutrients-carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids-and their role in sporting activity, as well as an examination of vitamins and minerals. The core of the book focuses on pre-exercise, mid-exercise, and post-exercise considerations for both resistance and aerobically mediated activity. Using the models presented, individuals may improve performance, promote optimal adaptations to training, maximize recovery, and facilitate healthy interactions with their environment. The final chapters of the book describe future concepts in nutrient timing, including the impact of protein source in the context of timing, how nutrient timing can fit in with a comprehensive recovery program, and the application of the ideas discussed in unique populations such as the aged, the military, and populations interested in weight loss. This text provides solid data from the scientists themselves, giving researchers, teachers,

Nutrition and Exercise Concerns of Middle Age (Paperback): Judy A. Driskell Nutrition and Exercise Concerns of Middle Age (Paperback)
Judy A. Driskell
R1,893 Discovery Miles 18 930 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Many health professionals today seem to approach sports nutrition and physical activity recommendations with a "one size fits all" approach. Surprisingly, little consideration goes into addressing the changing needs of athletes as they progress in age. Nutrition and Exercise Concerns of Middle Age addresses the specific nutritional and physical activity needs of active individuals thirty to sixty years old. Judy A. Driskell, one of the world's leading experts in the field of sports nutrition, brings together cutting-edge research on the nutritional needs and exercise recommendations for this quickly growing age group. Internationally acclaimed experts on nutrition and kinesiology unveil their research in sports nutrition, endurance and strength training, age-related disorders, and nutrition and exercise recommendations of health organizations. They also explore the role of diet and physical activity in reducing the risk of and in treating age-related diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. Nutrition and Exercise Concerns of Middle Age is a valuable resource for nutritionists, physicians, dieticians, and researchers looking to access authoritative information on exercise and sports nutrition recommendations for middle-age adults.

Geriatric Nutrition (Paperback): John E. Morley, David R Thomas Geriatric Nutrition (Paperback)
John E. Morley, David R Thomas
R1,906 Discovery Miles 19 060 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

In a vicious cycle, poor nutritional health leads to acute and chronic disease, and disease states are catastrophic to nutritional health. The magnitude of nutritional depletion from any cause depends to a large extent on the nutritional reserves an individual has accumulated over time. In our increasingly older population, nutritional reserves are marginal and the magnitude of the effect on nutritional health is amplified. Strategies to improve nutritional health in older individuals require a unique approach and sensitivity to the individual's needs. Drawing from a group of outstanding experts in the field, Geriatric Nutrition is a state-of-the-art review of current nutritional thinking. Beginning with an overview of nutrition in older persons, the book addresses nutrition epidemiology, obesity, immunity, as well as molecular theories of aging. A detailed scientific review of nutritional requirements follows with chapters on energy balance, water metabolism, vitamin disorders, and trace elements. Techniques for the clinical assessment of nutrition in older adults include comparisons between US and European Union strategies and standards. The book includes a revealing section on the management of undernutrition in nursing homes and assisted living environments. It offers prescriptions for enteral and parenteral nutrition, as well as protein energy undernutrition. A significant portion of the book covers nutrition recommendations in specific disease states, including psychological issues such as dementia and depression, cancer, diabetes, anemia, and fracture risk. The book also considers multicultural and ethical issues relevant to the sensitive treatment of older individuals. Exploring exciting new ideas in normal, pathological, and optimal nutrition, Geriatric Nutrition ties basic research with clinical practiceto further the understanding of nutrition in older persons.

Anti-Angiogenic Functional and Medicinal Foods (Paperback): Jack N. Losso, Fereidoon Shahidi, Debasis Bagchi Anti-Angiogenic Functional and Medicinal Foods (Paperback)
Jack N. Losso, Fereidoon Shahidi, Debasis Bagchi
R1,926 Discovery Miles 19 260 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The ability to regulate and manipulate the generation or remodeling of blood vessels is key to the successful treatment of many chronic diseases, both oncological and non-oncological. Several bioactive compounds present in human diets are now known to exert an inhibitive effect on the either the signaling or construction of new blood vessels. The identification and characterization of these anti-angiogenic molecules opens a new avenue for the research and production of functional and medicinal foods with far reaching implications for the food-based treatment of chronic degenerative disease. Drawing from an extensive list of esteemed international contributors, Anti-Angiogenic Functional and Medicinal Foods explores the history and scope of the use of conventional foods, nutraceuticals, and health products in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, India, Australia, and New Zealand. Recent advancements in proteomics, genomics, and toxicogenomics give us a far more detailed picture of the molecular basis of nutrition and systems toxicology. Explaining the role of angiogenesis in various chronic diseases, individual chapters consider endothelial cell responses, the mechanism of the angiogenic cascade, and the angiogenic function involved in tumors, cardiovascular disease, inflammatory arthritis, and obesity. A collection of chapters studies specific foods and their functional bioactive compounds such as the effects of edible berry anthocyanins, various Chinese medicinal foods, dietary flavonoids, probiotics, shark cartilage, EPA and DHA, and marine polysaccharides. The book concludes with a discussion of the challenges faced during the development and delivery of anti-angiogenic functional food products. Presenting the current research and state of the science, Anti-Angiogenic Functional and Medicinal Foods provides researchers, scientists, clinical nutritionists, and oncologists with a valuable reference to this important and growing mode of

Handbook of Dairy Foods and Nutrition (Paperback, 3rd edition): Gregory D. Miller, Judith K. Jarvis, Lois D. McBean Handbook of Dairy Foods and Nutrition (Paperback, 3rd edition)
Gregory D. Miller, Judith K. Jarvis, Lois D. McBean
R1,881 Discovery Miles 18 810 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Once again the National Dairy Council has produced the industry reference on the important role of dairy foods in health. Packed with the latest information from the Council's notable scientists, the Handbook of Dairy Foods and Nutrition, Third Edition makes the case for the beneficial role of dairy foods in a variety of conditions and disease states. The handbook begins with a comprehensive overview of the nutritional content and benefits of milk and milk products including cheese and yogurt. The authors explain the effects of dairy intake on cardiovascular health and hypertension. The Dairy Council continues its research review by providing the most up-to-date information on the relationship between dairy intake and colon, breast, and prostate cancers. An entirely new chapter is devoted to addressing recent research about the role of dairy foods in weight management. Supporting the age-old advice that milk gives you strong bones and teeth, this handbook has chapters examining the evidentiary relationship between dairy intake and bone and dental health. A full chapter addresses the condition of lactose digestion, distinguishing lactose intolerance from lactose maldigestion, as well as providing research-based strategies to improve milk tolerance. A summary of dairy's contribution to health throughout the life cycle from childhood and adolescence into adulthood and old age, rounds out this latest installment of the Dairy Council's authoritative reference on the importance of dairy foods in the American diet. Continuing to provide state-of-the-art information on dairy products and nutrition, the Handbook of Dairy Foods and Nutrition, Third Edition is a useful resource for nutrition scientists, dietitians and other health professionals, educators, dairy researchers, and the food industry.

Functional Food Carbohydrates (Paperback): Costas G. Biliaderis, Marta S Izydorczyk Functional Food Carbohydrates (Paperback)
Costas G. Biliaderis, Marta S Izydorczyk
R1,905 Discovery Miles 19 050 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Historically, most of the research into carbohydrates as functional ingredients focused on the improvement of appearance, taste, mouth-feel, and stability. The growing interest in functional foods, however, is demanding a critical look at the beneficial nonnutritive effects of carbohydrates on human health. Furthermore, there is a need to establish definitive relations among the structure, physical property, and physiological function of these bioactive compounds. As more of the benefit and functional versatility of carbohydrates is revealed, it is clear that any future research and recommendation must be based on a solid synthesis of multidisciplinary findings including epidemiological, metabolic, and clinical nutritional data. Through clinical and epidemiological studies, Functional Food Carbohydrates addresses the specific classes of carbohydrates that seem to exert health-enhancing effects. The text begins with in-depth treatments of the chemistry, physical properties, processing technology, safety and health benefits of a variety of carbohydrates including cereal beta-glucans, microbial polysaccharides, chitosan, arabinoxylans, resistant starch, and other polysaccharides of plant origin. The authors then discuss the physiological and metabolic effects that a variety of carbohydrates have on specific chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and various gastrointestinal disorders. The final chapters discuss the regulatory and technological aspects of using carbohydrates as functional foods. Specifically, the authors consider the safety and efficacy of pre-, pro-, and synbiotics, and the potential use of carbohydrates as delivery vehicles for other bioactive compounds. With contributions from experts specializing in food chemistry and technology, as well as human nutrition and physiology, this text illuminates the link between the behavior of carbohydrate compounds and their beneficial end-result on human health.

Childhood Obesity Prevention and Treatment (Paperback, 2nd edition): Jana Parizkova, Andrew Hills Childhood Obesity Prevention and Treatment (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Jana Parizkova, Andrew Hills
R1,898 Discovery Miles 18 980 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Childhood Obesity Prevention and Treatment, Second Edition summarizes the latest scientific knowledge on obesity in children. This edition focuses on the developmental aspects of obesity, especially on the influences and factors predisposing individuals to obesity from early periods of life. This new body of knowledge stems from both basic research and recent epidemiological and clinical studies. All chapters are updated and special attention is given to the prevention of obesity in the context of developmental physiology, lifestyle modification, and dietary and physical activity approaches. Highlighting the most recent research, this timely book covers a broad range of aspects related to the prevention and management of childhood obesity. It emphasizes early intervention and an integrated behavioral approach to overcome the ongoing challenge of this global epidemic. Features * Updates all chapters and includes new research on growing populations of obesity in the Third World * Provides information on promoting health as a means to reduce obesity * Focuses on the developmental aspects of obesity

Pharmacotherapy of Obesity - Options and Alternatives (Paperback): Karl G. Hofbauer, Ulrich Keller, Olivier Boss Pharmacotherapy of Obesity - Options and Alternatives (Paperback)
Karl G. Hofbauer, Ulrich Keller, Olivier Boss
R1,892 Discovery Miles 18 920 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Primarily intended for physicians and health care professionals who are treating obese patients, this book explores current and future options for drug treatment of obesity puts them into perspective against available alternative treatments. Distinguished scientists and clinical investigators provide reviews of each individual topic, covering a wide range of subjects from pathophysiology of obesity to the benefits of weight loss. The core sections on pharmacotherapy deal with currently available drugs and drugs in pre-clinical development, complemented with sections on non-drug treatment and general therapeutic aspects to provide an integrated view of therapeutic approaches to the treatment of obesity and its associated syndromes.

Handbook of Nutrition and Diet (Paperback): Desai Handbook of Nutrition and Diet (Paperback)
Desai
R1,936 Discovery Miles 19 360 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This handbook of nutrition and diet provides information on food nutrients and their functions; food safety and distribution; food composition, consumption and utilization; adequacy of diet; and the nutritional management of diseases and disorders. It also discusses the effects of nutrition and diet on diseases of the bones, teeth, hair, kidneys, liver and nervous system.

Nutrition for Sport, Exercise and Performance - A practical guide for students, sports enthusiasts and professionals... Nutrition for Sport, Exercise and Performance - A practical guide for students, sports enthusiasts and professionals (Paperback)
Regina Belski
R1,284 Discovery Miles 12 840 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Nutrition before, during and after training or a sporting event can improve the comfort, energy and performance of athletes of all levels, from elite to recreational, as well as providing long-term health benefits. Nutrition for Sport, Exercise and Performance offers a clear, practical and accessible guide to the fundamentals of sport and exercise nutrition. The expert authors begin by explaining key principles, including understanding energy systems, exercise physiology and metabolism. They cover the basics of digestion, absorption and nutrition; examine the key macronutrients and micronutrients essential for performance; and discuss the process of dietary assessment. Part 2 goes on to explore in detail nutrition for pre- and post-training, hydration, the use of supplements and body composition, and provides guidance on developing plans for both individual athletes and teams. The final component examines specific nutrition issues and special needs, including working with elite athletes, strength-and-power athletes, young, older and disabled athletes, endurance sports, GI disturbances and rehabilitation issues. Cultural issues are also explored, including diets for vegan and vegetarian athletes, and religious perspectives and requirements. Featuring contributions from a range of sport and exercise nutrition professionals and including practical diet plans, diagrams and the latest research and evidence throughout, this is a core reference for undergraduates, nutritionists and trainers.

Dictionary of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods (Paperback): Michael Eskin, Snait Tamir Dictionary of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods (Paperback)
Michael Eskin, Snait Tamir
R1,894 Discovery Miles 18 940 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Health professionals are recognizing the major role that nutraceuticals play in health enhancement. As a result, there is a dramatic increase in research aimed at identifying new functional foods and nutraceuticals. There is not, however, a single source that presents this research in a thorough and accessible manner. Comprehensive and complete, the Dictionary of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods is the first reference of its kind written explicitly for this rapidly developing field. The book provides clearly written, concise, science-based information on over 470 nutraceutical and functional food products and compounds. Each entry lists the most current information on the product or compound and its role in the promotion of health or the prevention of disease, as well as peer-reviewed literature references. In addition, this thorough reference contains 172 chemical structures, 102 figures, 73 schemes, and 64 tables to facilitate recognition and understanding. Concise and accessible, the Dictionary of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods is a convenientsingle source reference that defines the most commonly used terms in the field of nutraceuticals and functional foods.

Nutrient Modulation of the Immune Response (Paperback): Susanna Cunningham-Rund Nutrient Modulation of the Immune Response (Paperback)
Susanna Cunningham-Rund
R1,902 Discovery Miles 19 020 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book demonstrates that nutrients play a direct role as co-factors and regulators of the immune system. The book also shows that modulating the immune response with nutrients can provide a fundamental approach to preventive medicine.;Containing nearly 2300 bibliographic citations as well as illustrative figures, tables, and micrographs, this book is designed to be of interest to clinical immunologists, immunology and vitamin researchers, nutrition specialists, paediatricians, neonatologists, and upper-level undergraduate, graduate, and medical school students in these disciplines.

Plant-Based Diets for Succulence and Sustainability (Hardcover): Kathleen May Kevany Plant-Based Diets for Succulence and Sustainability (Hardcover)
Kathleen May Kevany
R3,907 Discovery Miles 39 070 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This collection takes an interdisciplinary look at how the transformation towards plant-based diets is becoming more culturally acceptable, economically accessible, technically available and politically viable. We offer strategies for achieving sustainable food systems without having to forgo succulence, sensuality and sacredness of food. Shifting food systems is one of humanity's biggest challenges and greatest opportunities. This book explores adaptable and health-promoting plant-based diets, which by their nature can support nourishing environmental, social, ethical, political, and economic outcomes. In this book, detailed descriptions are provided of what constitutes a healthy plant-based diet and active lifestyle. Readers are invited to engage with a community of practitioners delving more deeply into strategies for transitioning societies to greater succulence and sustainability. Throughout the first section of the book, environmental challenges and opportunities for reversing climate change are highlighted as our most urgent action. The focus then turns to global food systems and the intersections that are undermining human and animal health. The final section offers preventative approaches and encourages reorienting systems of law, economics and education to exemplify integrity, coordination, coherence and compassion. This book will be of interest to students and academics, as well as policy professionals in all fields engaging with complex issues and systems analyses. It will be of value to those working in health services, policy development, agriculture, economic development, and social change as it provides steps to enhance well-being, pathways to increase jobs in the green economy, and practical ideas to reverse greenhouse gas emissions. It may also be a superb guide for individuals and families looking to become vibrant eaters and leaders.

Human Health Benefits of Plant Bioactive Compounds - Potentials and Prospects (Hardcover): Megh R. Goyal, Hafiz Ansar Rasul... Human Health Benefits of Plant Bioactive Compounds - Potentials and Prospects (Hardcover)
Megh R. Goyal, Hafiz Ansar Rasul Suleria
R3,758 Discovery Miles 37 580 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Focusing on the importance of functional foods and their secondary metabolites for human health, this volume presents new insights with scientific evidence on the use of functional foods in the treatment of certain diseases. The plants covered and their bioactive compounds are easily accessible and are believed to be effective with fewer side effects in comparison with modern drugs in the treatment of different diseases. The plants contain chemical compounds that can modify and modulate biological systems, eliciting therapeutic effects. Some plants and derived products mentioned include black carrot, olive oil, citrus peel, grapes, candy leaf, cereals and grains, and green and black tea. The volume is divided into four sections that cover these topics: Functional foods for human health: the available sources, biochemistry, structural composition, and different biological activities, especially antioxidant activity. Pharmacological aspects of fruits and vegetables: the extraction of bioactive molecules, phytochemistry, and biological activities of a selection of plants. Pharmacological aspects of natural products: bioactive compounds, structural attributes, bioactivity of anthocyanin, piceatannol, and a review of the ethnobotany and medicinal properties of green and black tea. Pharmacological aspects of cereals and grains: the health benefits of flaxseed, wheatgrass juice, and use and therapeutic potential as supplements for disease management.

Modern Flexitarian - Veg-based Recipes you can Flex to add Fish, Meat, or Dairy (Hardcover): Dk Modern Flexitarian - Veg-based Recipes you can Flex to add Fish, Meat, or Dairy (Hardcover)
Dk 2
R574 R510 Discovery Miles 5 100 Save R64 (11%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Fancy minimising your meat intake this New Years but don't know where to begin? Modern Flexitarian has got you covered! Ethical meals and sustainable living have become hot topics in our modern-day society, but transitioning into the leafy lifestyle can prove challenging. That's why you need ideas and recipes to ease the transition! Modern Flexitarian is filled with meat-free recipes, dairy-free meals, and healthy cooking ideas with a twist. Each page features sustainable meals with suggestions on how to include meat, dairy, eggs, or fish. Dive straight in to discover: -Over 100 easy-to-prepare, flexible vegetarian or vegan recipes -Every dish is complemented with full-colour photographs -Featuring recipes for every meal type for the whole family to enjoy This flexitarian diet book will encourage you to eat plants while moderating your meat consumption, proving to be a wonderful resource for healthy cooking ideas that will inspire you to make more socially responsible meal choices. We understand that giving up meat or animal-related products can be difficult, that's why this part-time vegetarian cookbook eases the transition and will inspire you to create the most delicious meat-free meals. Jam-packed with tips and tricks on how to get started, sound advice on getting the right nutrients, and a sample weekly menu. Featuring a diverse range of options to choose from, you'll be able to satisfy your cravings whilst reducing your impact on the environment and improving your gut health as you go! At DK we believe in the power of discovery. So why not explore this beautifully illustrated recipe book, and discover how to improve your health and well-being with the power of a plant-based diet! Proving the perfect gift for the plant-based foodie in your life or anyone looking to experiment with flexible vegan cooking for the first time.

Concepts in Fitness Programming (Hardcover): Robert G. McMurray Concepts in Fitness Programming (Hardcover)
Robert G. McMurray
R5,080 Discovery Miles 50 800 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Concepts in Fitness Programming presents comprehensive material about various aspects of exercise testing and prescription in a simple, straightforward manner. Intended for individuals who design exercise and fitness programs but who lack extensive background in fitness training, this book provides a wealth of knowledge beyond the basic "how to's" of fitness programming. Exercisers require some background in fitness and exercise-related injuries and nutrition. For safety, exerciser and instructor need to know the medical problems that limit exercise capacity or eliminate someone from safely exercising, and how drugs used for medical problems influence exercise. Background in medical terminology and the interrelationships of disease and exercise are useful for understanding exercise literature.

Healthy Eating Plan (Paperback): Healthy Eating Plan (Paperback)
R233 Discovery Miles 2 330 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Coffee Science - Biotechnological Advances, Economics, and Health Benefits (Hardcover): Akula Ramakrishna, Magdalena... Coffee Science - Biotechnological Advances, Economics, and Health Benefits (Hardcover)
Akula Ramakrishna, Magdalena Jeszka-Skowron, Parvatam Giridhar
R4,126 Discovery Miles 41 260 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Current status on coffee production & global market Novel methods and recent developments in the determination of coffee metabolites Advancements in Coffea beans processing technology and improvement of coffee quality Biotechnological advances to improve coffee quality: The role of molecular markers, tissue culture, transgenic technology, and micro RNAs Coffee consumption on human health Knowledge contributions from acknowledged experts from across the world

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