Principles of Human Nutrition: A Study in Practical Dietetics (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Whitman H. Jordan

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266263445 ISBN 13: 9780266263449

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A comprehensive guide to how nutrients fuel the human body and how to apply this knowledge to everyday eating.

Originally published as a practical study in dietetics, this book surveys the principles of human nutrition from plant sources to the chemical elements the body uses. It combines foundational science with practical guidance on digestion, metabolism, and the design of diets that support health and energy.

For readers seeking a clear, results-focused view of nutrition, the volume covers: the elements and compounds essential to life; the digestion and absorption of food; energy balance and the role of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats; and how diet relates to costs, accessibility, and daily living.

• How plants supply nutrients and how the body uses chemical elements
• The process of digestion, absorption, and energy production
• Practical guidance on standard and economical diets for real life
• Foundational questions about nutrition laws, health, and diet planning

Ideal for students and general readers seeking a solid, science-based foundation in nutrition and practical dietetics.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266263445
• ISBN 13: 9780266263449
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 488