Physiological Economy in Nutrition (eBook)

With special reference to the minimal proteid requirement of the healthy man

R. H. Chittenden (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
357 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406643920-0 (EAN)

Infos

R. H. Chittenden's "Physiological Economy in Nutrition" is a groundbreaking exploration of the relationship between nutrition and physiological wellness, offering a meticulous examination of dietary practices through the lenses of physiology and biochemistry. Chittenden employs a rigorous analytical style, dissecting contemporary nutritional theories while advocating for a more measured and scientific approach to dietary habits. His work is both reflective of the early 20th-century interest in nutrition science and distinctly forward-thinking, emphasizing the necessity of personalized diets based on individual physiological needs rather than mere caloric intake. As a prominent physiologist and biochemist, R. H. Chittenden was deeply influenced by the transformative period of nutritional discovery during his career. His position at Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons allowed him to engage with the scientific community while exploring the biochemical pathways of metabolism. Chittenden's pioneering experiments challenged prevailing beliefs about protein consumption and caloric excess, leading him to advocate for a more balanced and economically sound approach to nutrition. "Physiological Economy in Nutrition" is essential reading for nutritionists, medical professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the intricate dynamics of dietary needs. Chittenden's meticulously crafted arguments not only illuminate the fiscal responsibilities inherent in nutrition but also advocate for a philosophy of health that resonates with modern dietary discussions.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.7.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Mikrobiologie / Immunologie
• Schlagworte: accessible scientific writing • biochemistry of food • dietary guidelines • dietary habits • Food consumption • Food utilization mechanisms • health and wellness • Health education resource • Health vitality exploration • Metabolism • Metabolism efficiency guide • metabolism studies • Nutrition • Nutritional Research • Nutritional science principles • Nutrition Science • Nutrition theory reference • Optimal nutrition awareness • physiological principles • Physiological processes insight • Physiology • scientific nutrition • Vitamin metabolism analysis