Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Keys to Nutritional Health

• Author(s): Mahabaleshwar V. Hegde, Anand Arvind Zanwar, Sharad P. Adekar,
• Publisher: Humana Press
• Pages: 610
• ISBN_10: 331940458X
  ISBN_13: 9783319404585
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Medical / Nutrition , Science / Life Sciences / Biochemistry , Technology & Engineering / Food Science / General , Medical / Alternative & Complementary Medicine , Medical / Preventive Medicine , Medical / Clinical Medicine , Medical / Public Health ,

Description:... This volume argues for the importance of essential nutrients in our diet. Over the last two decades there has been an explosion of research on the relationship of Omega-3 fatty acids and the importance of antioxidants to human health. Expert authors discuss the importance of a diet rich in Omega-3 Fatty acids for successful human growth and development and for the prevention of disease. Chapters highlight their contribution to the prevention and amelioration of a wide range of conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, cancer, obesity, mental health and bone health.
An indispensable text designed for nutritionists, dietitians, clinicians and health related professionals, Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Keys to Nutritional Health presents a comprehensive assessment of the current knowledge about the nutritional effects of Omega-3 fatty acids and their delivery in foods.