This work analyzes current issues and controversies in nutrition and health. It covers topics such as: diet and breast cancer; complex carbohydrates and health; the genetics of cardiovascular diseases; the role of low-fat diets and exercise in weight loss; the benefits of exercise for older adults and for the maintenance of bone health; new approaches to nutritional research; and the impact of health claims regulations under the Nutrition Labelling Education Act on food product development.
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