The Complete Book of Vitamins
Author | : Prevention Magazine Editors |
Publisher | : Rodale Books |
Total Pages | : 856 |
Release | : 1984 |
ISBN-10 | : UVA:X000907889 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (89 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Abstract: A total of 138 short chapters discuss a wide variety of topics associated with the role and use of vitamins in nutritional health and therapy for the general public. The chapters are organized under 5 major headings: vitamins in daily living; the role of specific vitamins in specific health and body functions; specific vitamin therapies for specific diseases; tips from 2 dozen health specialists in 14 professional health fields (e.g.: nutrition, pediatrics, ophthalmology, osteopathy, internal medicine, etc.); and a compilation of vitamin-rich foods and recipes. Tables listing the best food sources for each of 15 vitamins are included. (wz).