Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Health - Brossura

Nettleton, Joyce A.

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1461358604 ISBN 13: 9781461358602

Casa editrice: Springer, 2012

Riassunto

There has been an explosion of research on the relationship of Omega-3 fatty acids to human health over the past two decades. This authoritative volume gathers information from the research literature to provide a current, single-volume resource. Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Health brings a nutritionist's perspective to understanding the recent developments in fish oil research. The book goes beyond a summary of the research literature. It discusses the limitations, points of agreement, and areas of conflicting or inconclusive data. Readers will gain a current understanding of issues such as the importance of Omega-3 fatty acids to health; the ways in which they are essential to human growth and development; their contribution to the prevention or amelioration of heart disease; as well as the role Omega-3 fatty acids play in immune/inflammatory responses, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and cancer; and where Omega-3 fatty acids are found in food. With its comprehensive review and discussion of current research, Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Health is an invaluable resource for all researchers working to understand the relationship between nutrition and health. The book will be a unique reference for nutritionists, dietitians, and health educators. Food scientists and technologists will also find important information for their work in developing healthier food products.

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Contenuti:

Introduction To Fatty Acids: Types And Sources Of Fatty Acids. Fatty Acids in Fish and Shellfish. Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Health: Early History of Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Epidemiological Evidence for the Health Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Heart Disease: Current Understanding of Heart Disease. Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Plasma Lipids. Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Cardiac Composition and Function. Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Lipoproteins. Omega-3 Fatty Acids and the Vascular System. Hemostasis. Platelet Function. Blood Pressure. Stroke. Omega-3 and Immune/Inflammatory Responses. Eicosanoids. Leukotrienes, Inflamation and Immunity. Leukotrienes in Disease

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Book by Nettleton Joyce A

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• Editore: Springer
• Data di pubblicazione: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1461358604
• ISBN 13: 9781461358602
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 380