This text begins with an in-depth overview into the human organism at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organ levels, and develops into a discussion of the objectives and features of organ systems of the evolved human. The book also covers the relationship between the human body and the environment in which it exists including other organisms that co-habitate the environment. Discussions of the nature of other organisms such as various animals, plants, and micro-organisms makes later information about food science, nutrient density in various food sources, and nutraceuticals easier to comprehend.
Advanced Human Nutrition examines human nutrient requirements, the basis for RDA and other recommendations; human nutrition, digestion, and absorption with relation to organs, exocrine and endocrine functions, histology, and absorptive activities; macronutrients and micronutrients; eicosanoid chemistry and function, and more.
The present and future of nutrition research is examined, including everything from the HANES studies to electron microscopy and molecular biology.

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Advanced Human Nutrition, Fifth Edition provides a comprehensive overview of the human body and details why nutrients are important from a biochemical, physiological, and molecular perspective. Written for the upper-level undergraduate or graduate level majors course, the text clearly outlines metabolism and the molecular functions of nutrients, through the use of an accessible writing style and numerous figures and illustrations. A variety of pedagogical elements within the text, such as "Here's Where You Have Been" and "Here's Where You Are Going" help clarify key points from the chapter and provide real world-examples to bring the content to life. Includes additional case studies based on real-world scenarios that provide additional context to concepts discussed in the text. A revised Test Bank now includes more than 500 questions. NEW - Appendix A: Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) Includes a NEW full-color design and art program Every chapter concludes with "Clinical Insights" that present the clinical relevance of the nutritional science topics covered within the chapter. Chapters open and concludes with the features "Here's Where You are Going" and "Here's Where You've Been", introducing students to topics and reviewing key points. Each chapter closes with a "Here's What You Have Learned" section that reiterates the main points within the chapter. Each new print copy includes Navigate Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook, student practice activities and assessments, a full Student Study Guide, a full suite of instructor resources, and learning analytics reporting tools.