Neurological Classics

This book provides a critical analysis of the current scientific,
epidemiological, and clinical research on the health benefits of plant-based
foods and dietary phytochemicals. Designed to aid the health professional in the
clinical setting, the book provides highly practical information for
understanding the sources of dietary and supplementary phytochemicals, as well
as their nutrient interactions, drug interactions, and possible adverse effects.


Features:

- An overview of the health benefits of plant foods and
beverages, including fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, whole grains, coffee,
and tea

- Current clinical and scientific evidence of the
health benefits of individual dietary phytochemicals and classes of
phytochemicals, including carotenoids, flavonoids, fiber, and more

- Concise bullet-point summaries at the end of each
chapter for rapid review of important concepts

- Peer-reviewed by experts in the field to ensure
material is both accurate and up-to-date

- Easy-to-read appendices with key information on the
dietary glycemic index of foods, diseases, drug interactions, nutrient
interactions, and phytochemical-rich foods

- Evidence-based information with extensive lists of
references in each chapter

With an emphasis on the importance of consuming
phytochemical-rich foods, rather than dietary supplements, this book answers the
needs of nutritionists, dietitians, nurses, and other health care professionals
for a comprehensive text that will help them educate patients about healthy
diets. Students in graduate programs in nutrition, food science, pharmacy, and
allied health fields will also benefit from the wealth of information provided in this book.