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Essential and Toxic Trace Elements and Vitamins in Human Health
Explains the biochemistries, micronutrient interactions, immunological effects, cognitive functions, and epigenetic effects of vitamins and minerals
George J. Brewer (Edited by), Ananda S. Prasad (Edited by)
9780128053782
Hardback, published 16 June 2020
326 pages
27.6 x 21.5 x 2.4 cm, 1.11 kg
"This volume is made up of up-to -date, succinct chapters (most are about 10-12 pages long) covering the essential micronutrients and certain toxic minerals of public health importance. The biochemistry, physiology, pathophysiology and clinical aspects of each element and vitamin are clearly explained. This book will serve as an especially useful reference source for health care providers who have an interest in nutrition." - Robert M Russell MD
Essential and Toxic Trace Elements and Vitamins in Human Health is a comprehensive guide to the wide variety of micronutrients that affect human health, including fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins that support diverse biochemical functions, trace elements with established and suggested links to health maintenance, and elements with known human toxicity such as arsenic, cadmium, and lead. An essential reference text for nutritionists working in academia and functional food and supplement industries, dieticians, and clinicians, Essential and Toxic Trace Elements and Vitamins in Human Health provides an in-depth look at toxic trace elements and essential vitamins and minerals and their direct influence on the body’s overall health with expert research from renowned scientists.
1. Introduction Essential 2. Zinc 3. Role of Autoimmunity and Innate Immunity 4. Zinc Transporters 5. Copper 6. Iron 7. Iodine 8. Selenium 9. Chromium 10. Manganese 11. Fluoride Toxic Trace Elements 12. Arsenic 13. Cadmium 14. Lead 15. Mercury Vitamins 16. Vitamin A 17. Vitamin B 18. Vitamin C 19. Vitamin D 20. Vitamin E
Subject Areas: Food & beverage technology [TDCT], Dietetics & nutrition [MBNH3]
