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Author: Food and Nutrition Information Center (U.S.)
Publisher:
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Category : Food
Languages : en
Pages : 378

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Author: David James Purslove Barker
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
ISBN: 3805583877
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 283

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There is no longer any doubt that the inherited genetic constitution of the individual has a large influence on the entire life cycle, from human fetal development and pre- and postnatal growth to subsequent health status. However, growing evidence suggests that this predisposition is not rigid, but that early genetic imprinting, caused by exposure to a diverse spectrum of nutrients, macromolecules, microbial agents and other cellular or soluble components present in the external environment, is also of importance. According to this concept of the developmental origins of adult diseases, intrauterine and early life events play an important role in the etiology of human diseases: there seems to exist a critical 'window of opportunity' in the human infant before and during pregnancy, and up to 24 months of age. Altered exposure to different environmental agents during this critical period may determine the nature of responses in the perinatal period, and the expression of specific disease states in later life. The papers presented in this publication thus focus on the impact of perinatal growth, nutrition, environmental microflora, and host immune responses on the outcome of health and disease in later life.

Author: Rafael Lira
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 1461466695
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 562

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This book reviews the history, current state of knowledge, and different research approaches and techniques of studies on interactions between humans and plants in an important area of agriculture and ongoing plant domestication: Mesoamerica. Leading scholars and key research groups in Mexico discuss essential topics as well as contributions from international research groups that have conducted studies on ethnobotany and domestication of plants in the region. Such a convocation will produce an interesting discussion about future investigation and conservation of regional human cultures, genetic resources, and cultural and ecological processes that are critical for global sustainability.

Author: Miriam Ruiz
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 840352188X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : es
Pages : 0

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¿Quieres cambiar tus hábitos alimenticios y no sabes por dónde empezar? ¿Te gustaría identificar los productos saludables del supermercado? Si estás preocupado por tu alimentación y quieres preservar tu salud, este libro es para ti. Hoy en día el acceso y los controles de calidad de los alimentos es mayor que nunca; sin embargo, comer de forma saludable no es fácil. Algunos de los factores que lo dificultan son: 1. Los mitos, bulos y creencias firmemente arraigados sobre alimentación. 2. La desactualización y la distorsión de conceptos acerca de nutrición. 3. La inadecuada interpretación de los estudios científicos y su difusión desvirtuada por parte de los medios de comunicación. 4. El marketing y la presión de la industria alimentaria. 5. La normalización del consumo de productos ultraprocesados y los falsos reclamos saludables... Todo esto, sumado al ritmo frenético de la vida que exige soluciones rápidas a la hora de comer, hace que la alimentación, lejos de ser algo instintivo e intuitivo, se haya convertido en todo un desafío. La doctora Miriam Ruiz, médico internista y especialista en nutrición, te enseña en Alimenta tu salud con comida real las claves para aprender a comer según las estaciones, tus necesidades energéticas, tu complexión, a distinguir los alimentos reales de los ultraprocesados, a leer bien las etiquetas y a ganar en salud con cada bocado. Una guía práctica y divulgativa que te ayuda a estar sano mientras tu paladar disfruta. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Do you want to change your eating habits, but don’t know where to start? Would you like to identify healthy products in the supermarket? If you’re concerned about your diet and want to preserve your health, this book is for you. Today, access to food and the quality control of food is greater than ever; however, eating healthy is not easy. Some of the factors that hinder us are: 1. Myths, hoaxes, and firmly entrenched beliefs about food. 2. Outdated and distorted concepts about nutrition. 3. The inadequate interpretation of scientific studies and their distorted diffusion by the media. 4. Marketing and pressure from the food industry. 5. The normalization of consuming ultra-processed products and false health claims... All this, added to the frenetic pace of life that requires quick solutions at mealtime, has made eating, far from being instinctive and intuitive, into quite a challenge. Dr. Miriam Ruiz, internist and nutrition specialist, teaches you in Feed Your Health with Real Food the keys you need in learning to eat according to the seasons, your energy needs, your complexion, to distinguish real foods from ultra-processed ones, to understand the labels and to gain health with each bite. A practical and informative guide that helps you stay healthy while your palate enjoys.

Author: Manuel May Castillo
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789087282998
Category : Cultural property
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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In 2007, the United Nations adopted the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People, a landmark political recognition of indigenous rights. A decade later, this book looks at the status of those rights internationally. Written jointly by indigenous and non-indigenous scholars, the chapters feature case studies from four continents that explore the issues faced by Indigenous Peoples through three themes: land, spirituality, and self-determination.

Author: United States. Department of the Interior
Publisher:
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Category : Airports
Languages : en
Pages : 204

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Author: Sofronio G. Calderon
Publisher:
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Category : English language
Languages : es
Pages : 664

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Author: H.K. Biesalski
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
ISBN: 3318056855
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 254

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Malnutrition caused by deficiencies of vitamins and minerals - also called hidden hunger - impairs both the intellectual and physical development of a child. Due to the absence of clinical symptoms and assessments, no intervention can be staged. The tragedy is that this, in turn, decreases the child’s chance to escape from poverty. This book looks at malnutrition in high-income countries, the nutrition transition and nutritional deficiencies in low-income countries, consequences of hidden hunger, and interventions to improve nutrition security. Written by leading experts in the field, it clearly stresses that national governments and international organizations must make malnutrition one of their top priorities in order to provide children with optimal conditions for a healthy future.

Author: Raffaele De Caterina
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0128045876
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 588

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Principles of Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics: Fundamentals for Individualized Nutrition is the most comprehensive foundational text on the complex topics of nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics. Edited by three leaders in the field with contributions from the most well-cited researchers conducting groundbreaking research in the field, the book covers how the genetic makeup influences the response to foods and nutrients and how nutrients affect gene expression. Principles of Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics: Fundamentals for Individualized Nutrition is broken into four parts providing a valuable overview of genetics, nutrigenetics, and nutrigenomics, and a conclusion that helps to translate research into practice. With an overview of the background, evidence, challenges, and opportunities in the field, readers will come away with a strong understanding of how this new science is the frontier of medical nutrition. Principles of Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics: Fundamentals for Individualized Nutrition is a valuable reference for students and researchers studying nutrition, genetics, medicine, and related fields. - Uniquely foundational, comprehensive, and systematic approach with full evidence-based coverage of established and emerging topics in nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics - Includes a valuable guide to ethics for genetic testing for nutritional advice - Chapters include definitions, methods, summaries, figures, and tables to help students, researchers, and faculty grasp key concepts - Companion website includes slide decks, images, questions, and other teaching and learning aids designed to facilitate communication and comprehension of the content presented in the book

Author: Jorge Garza Ulloa
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0128125950
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 664

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Applied Biomechatronics Using Mathematical Models provides an appropriate methodology to detect and measure diseases and injuries relating to human kinematics and kinetics. It features mathematical models that, when applied to engineering principles and techniques in the medical field, can be used in assistive devices that work with bodily signals. The use of data in the kinematics and kinetics analysis of the human body, including musculoskeletal kinetics and joints and their relationship to the central nervous system (CNS) is covered, helping users understand how the complex network of symbiotic systems in the skeletal and muscular system work together to allow movement controlled by the CNS. With the use of appropriate electronic sensors at specific areas connected to bio-instruments, we can obtain enough information to create a mathematical model for assistive devices by analyzing the kinematics and kinetics of the human body. The mathematical models developed in this book can provide more effective devices for use in aiding and improving the function of the body in relation to a variety of injuries and diseases. - Focuses on the mathematical modeling of human kinematics and kinetics - Teaches users how to obtain faster results with these mathematical models - Includes a companion website with additional content that presents MATLAB examples