Williams' Basic Nutrition & Diet Therapy

Williams Basic Nutrition & Diet Therapy provides coverage of hot topics, emerging trends and cutting edge research, plus all the essentials for providing the best nutrition care. Its conversational writing styles, vivid illustrations, and student-friendly features bridge the fundamental concepts of nutrition to the application of those concepts in clinical practice. Part 1 provides an introduction to basic principles of nutrition science, including coverage of health promotion, vitamins, minerals, and other key foundational topics. Part 2 discusses human growth and development needs in different parts of the life cycle. Part 3 provides a strong focus on community nutrition, along with emphasis on weight management and physical fitness. Part 4 consists of a series of clinical nutrition chapters reflecting the latest medical nutrition therapy and approaches patient education and care management.