Carotenoids and Human Health provides an introduction to food sources and metabolism. Written by experts in their fields and including the most up-to-date information, this volume serves as an in-depth guide to studies that have been performed in humans and observations that have been made in population level assessments. Special emphasis is given to associations with disease, as well as the importance of carotenoids internationally, specifically as a source of vitamin A for the world. Comprehensive and easy to use, Carotenoids and Human Health 2013th Edition is a very useful resource for nutritionists, registered dieticians, medical students, and graduate students.
Editorial Reviews
Review
From the book reviews:
“The purpose is to review the growing evidence that carotenoids are bioactive molecules that can be of value to many aspects of health. For individuals researching or interested in the research of carotenoids, this is a worthy objective. … This book will be welcomed by researchers who focus on this topic … .” (Amy Hess-Fischl, Doody’s Book Reviews, March, 2013)
From the Back Cover
Carotenoids and Human Health provides an introduction to food sources and metabolism. Written by experts in their fields and including the most up-to-date information, this volume serves as an in-depth guide to studies that have been performed in humans and observations that have been made in population level assessments. Special emphasis is given to associations with disease, as well as the importance of carotenoids internationally, specifically as a source of vitamin A for the world. Comprehensive and easy to use, Carotenoids and Human Health 2013th Edition is a very useful resource for nutritionists, registered dieticians, medical students, and graduate students.
About the Author
Sherry A. Tanumihardjo, PhD University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, USA