J. Longe – The Gale Encyclopedia of Diets. A Guide to Health and Nutrition

Автор: J. Longe
Название книги: The Gale Encyclopedia of Diets. A Guide to Health and Nutrition
Формат: PDF
Жанр: Диеты
Страницы: 1115
Качество: Изначально компьютерное, E-book

The Gale Encyclopedia of Diets: A Guide to Health
and Nutrition is a health reference product designed to
inform and educate readers about a wide variety of
diets, nutrition and dietary practices, and diseases and
conditions associated with nutrition choices. The Gale
Group believes the product to be comprehensive, but
not necessarily definitive. It is intended to supplement,
not replace, consultation with a physician or
other healthcare practitioners. While The Gale
Group hasmade substantial efforts to provide information
that is accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date, The
Gale Group makes no representations or warranties of
any kind, includingwithout limitation, warranties of merchantability
or fitness for a particular purpose, nor does it
guarantee the accuracy, comprehensiveness, or timeliness
of the information contained in this product. Readers
should be aware that the universe of medical knowledge
is constantly growing and changing, and that differences
of opinion exist among authorities. Readers are also
advised to seek professional diagnosis and treatment for
any medical condition, and to discuss information
obtained from this book with their healthcare provider

The Gale Encyclopedia of Diets: A Guide to Health
and Nutrition is a one-stop source for diet and nutrition
information that covers popular and special diets,
nutrition basics, and nutrition-related health conditions.
It also particularly addresses health and nutrition
concerns across all age groups from infancy through
old age. This encyclopedia avoids medical jargon and
uses language that laypersons can understand, while
still providing thorough coverage of each topic. The
Gale Encyclopedia of Diets: A Guide to Health and
Nutrition is not meant to be an endorsement for any
one diet or lifestyle but rather it presents authoritative,
balanced information.

SCOPE
Approximately 275 full-length articles are included
in The Gale Encyclopedia of Diets: A Guide to Health
and Nutrition. Articles follow a standardized format
that provides information at a glance. Rubrics include:
Special/Popular Diets
Definition
Origins
Description
Function
Benefits
Precautions
Risks
Research and general acceptance
Questions to ask your doctor
Resources
Key terms

Nutrition Basics
Definition
Purpose
Description
Precautions
Interactions
Aftercare
Complications
Parental concerns
Resources
Key terms
Health
Definition
Description
Demographics
Causes and symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment
Nutrition/Dietetic concerns
Therapy
Prognosis
Prevention
Resources
Key terms