Understanding Normal and Clinical Nutrition, 11th Edition is a comprehensive guide for anyone studying or working in the field of nutrition. Authored by Sharon Rady Rolfes, Kathryn Pinna, and Ellie Whitney, this edition combines foundational nutrition principles with insights into clinical practices. The book offers a robust understanding of how nutrients impact health at different stages of life, the body's biochemical processes, and how dietary needs shift with various medical conditions. Readers will find practical information on building balanced diets, understanding nutrient metabolism, and managing nutrition for special populations, including those with chronic diseases and other health concerns.
 
Table of Contents
 
An Overview of Nutrition
Planning a Healthy Diet
Digestion, Absorption, and Transport
Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fibers
Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols
Protein: Amino Acids
Energy Metabolism
Energy Balance and Body Composition
Weight Management
Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C
Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K
Water and Major Minerals
Trace Minerals
Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation
Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence
Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years
Nutrition Care and Assessment
Nutrition Intervention
Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, and Herbal Products
Enteral Nutrition Support
Parenteral Nutrition Support
Metabolic and Respiratory Stress
Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders
Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders
Liver Disease and Gallstones
Diabetes Mellitus
Cardiovascular Diseases
Kidney Diseases
Cancer and HIV Infection
 
Appendices: Biochemistry, Chemistry Concepts, Nutritional Calculations, etc.
 
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