Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism

Cover
Contents
Preface
Chapter 1: The Cell: A Microcosm of Life
	1.1: Components of Cells
	1.2: Selected Cellular Proteins
	1.3: Apoptosis
	1.4: Biological Energy
	Summary
	Perspective Nutritional Genomics
Chapter 2: The Digestive System: Mechanism for Nourishing The Body
	2.1: The Structures of the Digestive Tract and the Digestive and Absorptive Processes
	2.2: Coordination and Regulation of the Digestive Process
	Summary
	Perspective The Nutritional Impact of Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass, A Surgical Approach for the Treatment of Obesity
Chapter 3: Carbohydrates
	3.1: Simple Carbohydrates
	3.2: Complex Carbohydrates
	3.3: Digestion
	3.4: Absorption and Transport
	3.5: Maintenance of Blood Glucose Concentration
	3.6: Integrated Metabolism in Tissues
	3.7: Regulation of Metabolism
	Summary
	Perspective What Carbohydrates Do Americans Eat?
Chapter 4: Fiber
	4.1: Definitions
	4.2: Fiber and Plants
	4.3: Chemistry and Characteristics of Fiber
	4.4: Selected Properties of Fiber and Their Physiological Impact
	4.5: Health Benefits of Fiber
	4.6: Food Labels and Health Claims
	4.7: Recommended Fiber Intake
	Summary
	Perspective The Flavonoids: Roles in Health and Disease Prevention
Chapter 5: Lipids
	5.1: Structure and Biological Importance
	5.2: Dietary Sources
	5.3: Digestion
	5.4: Absorption
	5.5: Transport and Storage
	5.6: Lipids, Lipoproteins, and Cardiovascular Disease Risk
	5.7: Integrated Metabolism in Tissues
	5.8: Regulation of Lipid Metabolism
	5.9: Brown Fat Thermogenesis
	5.10: Ethyl Alcohol: Metabolism and Biochemical Impact
	Summary
	Perspective The Role of Lipoproteins and Inflammation in Atherosclerosis
Chapter 6: Protein
	6.1: Amino Acid Classification
	6.2: Sources of Amino Acids
	6.3: Digestion
	6.4: Absorption
	6.5: Amino Acid Catabolism
	6.6: Protein Synthesis
	6.7: Protein Structure and Organization
	6.8: Functional Roles of Proteins
	6.9: Functional Roles of Nitrogen-Containing Nonprotein Compounds
	6.10: Interorgan "Flow" of Amino Acids and Organ-Specific Metabolism
	6.11: Catabolism of Tissue/Cell Proteins and Protein Turnover
	6.12: Changes in Body Mass with Age
	6.13: Protein Quality and Protein and Amino Acid Needs
	Summary
	Perspective Stress and Inflammation: Impact on Protein
Chapter 7: Integration and Regulation of Metabolism and the Impact of Exercise
	7.1 Energy Homeostasis in the Cell
	7.2: Integration of Carbohydrate, Lipid, and Protein Metabolism
	7.3: The Fed-Fast Cycle
	7.4: Hormonal Regulation of Metabolism
	7.5: Exercise and Nutrition
	Summary
	Perspective The Role of Dietary Supplements in Sports Nutrition by Karsten Koehler, PhD
Chapter 8: Energy Expenditure, Body Composition, and Healthy Weight
	8.1: Measuring Energy Expenditure
	8.2: Components of Energy Expenditure
	8.3: Body Weight: What Should We Weigh?
	8.4: Measuring Body Composition
	8.5: Regulation of Energy Balance and Body Weight
	8.6: Health Implications of Altered Body Weight
	Summary
	Perspective Eating Disorders
Chapter 9: Water-Soluble Vitamins
	9.1: Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
	9.2: Thiamin (Vitamin B1)
	9.3: Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
	9.4: Niacin (Vitamin B3)
	9.5: Pantothenic Acid
	9.6: Biotin (Vitamin B7)
	9.7: Folate (Vitamin B9)
	9.8: Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
	9.9: Vitamin B6
	Summary
	Perspective Types of Human Research Studies and Their Limitations
Chapter 10: Fat-Soluble Vitamins
	10.1: Vitamin A and Carotenoids
	10.2: Vitamin D
	10.3: Vitamin E
	10.4: Vitamin K
	Summary
	Perspective Antioxidant Nutrients, Reactive Species, and Disease
Chapter 11: Major Minerals
	11.1: Calcium
	11.2: Phosphorus
	11.3: Magnesium
	Summary
	Perspective Osteoporosis and Diet
Chapter 12: Water and Electrolytes
	12.1: Water Functions
	12.2: Body Water Content and Distribution
	12.3: Water Losses, Sources, and Absorption
	12.4: Recommended Water Intake
	12.5: Water (Fluid) and Sodium Balance
	12.6: Sodium
	12.7: Potassium
	12.8: Chloride
	12.9: Acid-Base Balance: Control of Hydrogen Ion Concentration
	Summary
	Perspective Macrominerals and Hypertension
Chapter 13: Essential Trace and Ultratrace Minerals
	13.1: Iron
	13.2: Zinc
	13.3: Copper
	13.4: Selenium
	13.5: Chromium
	13.6: Iodine
	13.7: Manganese
	13.8: Molybdenum
	Perspective Nutrient-Drug Interactions
Chapter 14: Nonessential Trace and Ultratrace Minerals
	14.1 Fluoride
	14.2 Boron
	14.3 Silicon
	14.4 Vanadium
	14.5 Cobalt
	Summary
	Perspective No, Silver Is Not Another Essential Ultratrace Mineral: Tips to Identifying Bogus Claims and Selecting Dietary Supplements
Glossary
Index