Synopses & Reviews
'The vitamins are a chemically disparate group of substances whose only common feature is that they are required in small amounts for the normal functioning of the body, cannot be synthesised in the body, and hence must be provided in the diet. Metabolically they have diverse functions as coenzymes, hormones, modulators or regulators of growth and development, or as apparently non-specific antioxidants. This book explores the known biochemical functions of the vitamins, the extent to which we can explain the effects of deficiency or excess, and the scientific basis for Recommended Intakes. It highlights areas of current research interest and activity. Those areas where our knowledge is lacking and further research is required are also emphasized. It provides a compact reference volume which will be of use to all in the field of nutritional biochemistry, and indeed all who are concerned with vitamin nutrition, deficiency and metabolism.'
Review
"...an excellent reference source...I highly recommend this book as a textbook for advanced students in nutrition." George Wolf, University of California Berkeley, American Journal of Clinical Nutrition"...will admirably complement standard textbooks of nutritional biochemistry...a wealth of information...will be of great value as a reference for nutritionists and for clinicians interested in this field." The New England Journal of Medicine
Synopsis
An authoritative and comprehensive review of our current knowledge of the vitamins, their metabolic functions and the scientific basis for setting recommended intakes for the prevention of deficiency and promotion of optimum health. This book will be a valuable reference for students and specialists alike in the field of nutritional biochemistry.
Synopsis
An authoritative and comprehensive review of current research in vitamin nutrition, deficiency and metabolism.
Synopsis
Nutritional Biochemistry of the Vitamins provides an authoritative account of the known functions and metabolic roles of the vitamins, the scientific basis of Recommended Intakes and the effect of deficiency or excess. It highlights both areas of current research activity and areas where our knowledge is inadequate and there is a need for further research.
Synopsis
Explains how vitamins function, how this can explain the effects of deficiency or excess, and the scientific basis for Recommended Intakes.
Table of Contents
1. The vitamins; 2. Vitamin A: Retinoids and Carotenoids; 3. Vitamin D; 4. Vitamin E: Tocopherols and Tocotrienols; 5. Vitamin K; 6. Vitamin B1: Thiamin; 7. Vitamin B2: Riboflavin; 8. Niacin; 9. Vitamin B6; 10. Folate and other pterins and vitamin B12; 11. Biotin (vitamin H); 12. Pantothenic acid; 13. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid); 14. Marginal compounds and phytonutrients.