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Cengage Learning, Inc Understanding Nutrition, International Edition
Book SynopsisThe updated 16th Global Edition of Whitney/Rolfe's bestselling UNDERSTANDING NUTRITION presents the core information of an introductory nutrition course for majors, with active learning that prepares students for their future careers. An overarching goal of the text is to help readers learn to distinguish valid nutrition information from misinformation. In addition to providing accurate information, the text encourages readers to understand the connections between concepts, evaluate the pros and cons of an argument, detect inconsistencies and errors, solve problems, and identify the relevance of information.Table of ContentsCHAPTER 1 The Basics of Nutrition 1.1 Choosing Foods 1.2 Nutrition: Macronutrients, Micronutrients and Water 1.3 The Science of Nutrition 1.4 Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) 1.5 Assessing Nutritional Status 1.6 Diet and Health Highlight 1 > Nutrition Information and Misinformation CHAPTER 2 Meal Planning for a Healthy Lifestyle 2.1 Meal Planning Principles and Guidelines 2.2 Diet-Planning Guides 2.3 Food Labeling Highlight 2 > Plant-Based Diets CHAPTER 3 Food and Nutrient Assimilation 3.1 Food and Nutrient Digestion 3.2 Nutrient Absorption 3.3 The Circulatory Systems 3.4 Health and Regulation of the GI Tract Highlight 3 > Common Digestive Problems CHAPTER 4 Sugars, Starches, and Fibers ��� The Carbohydrates 4.1 Carbohydrates: Breaking Down the Chemistry 4.2 Carbohydrates: Digestion and Absorption 4.3 The Role of Glucose in the Body 4.4 Sugars: Effects on Health and Recommended Intakes 4.5 Starches and Fibres: Sugars: Effects on Health and Recommended Intakes Highlight 4 > Carbs, kCalories, and Controversies CHAPTER 5 Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols ��� The Lipids 5.1 Fatty Acids and Triglycerides: Breaking Down the Chemistry 5.2 Phospholipids and Sterols: Breaking Down the Chemistry 5.3 Lipids: Digestion, Absorption, and Transport 5.4 The Role of Lipids in the Body 5.5 Saturated Fats, Trans Fats and Cholesterol: Effects on Health and Recommended Intakes 5.6 Monounsaturated and Polyunsaturated Fats: Effects on Health and Recommended Intakes Highlight 5 > High-Fat Foods���Friend or Foe? CHAPTER 6 Protein: Amino Acids 6.1 Proteins: Breaking Down the Chemistry 6.2 Proteins: Digestion and Absorption 6.3 The Role of Proteins in the Body 6.4 Protein in Foods 6.5 Protein: Effects on Health and Recommended Intakes Highlight 6 > Nutritional Genomics CHAPTER 7 Energy Metabolism 7.1 Chemical Reactions in the Body 7.2 Building Blocks of Energy 7.3 Energy: Excess and Inadequacy Highlight 7 > Alcohol in the Body CHAPTER 8 Energy Balance and Body Composition 8.1 Energy: Balancing Intake and Output 8.2 Energy Intake: The kCalories Foods Provide 8.3 Energy Output: The kCalories Expended 8.4 Body Weight and Body Composition 8.5 Body Weight and Body Fat: Associated Health Risks Highlight 8 > Eating Disorders CHAPTER 9 Managing Body Weight 9.1 Overweight and Obesity: An Overview 9.2 Causes of Overweight and Obesity 9.3 Overweight and Obesity: Concerns 9.4 Obesity: Aggressive Treatments 9.5 Lifestyle Changes and Strategies 9.6 Underweight Highlight 9 > The Latest and Greatest Weight-Loss Diet���Again CHAPTER 10 B Vitamins and Vitamin C ��� The Water-Soluble Vitamins 10.1 An Overview of the Vitamins 10.2 The B Vitamins 10.3 Vitamin C Highlight 10 > Vitamin and Mineral Supplements CHAPTER 11 Vitamins A, D, E, and K ��� The Fat-Soluble Vitamins 11.1 Vitamin A and Beta-Carotene 11.2 Vitamin D 11.3 Vitamin E 11.4 Vitamin K Highlight 11 > Antioxidant Nutrients in Disease Prevention CHAPTER 12 The Major Minerals and Water 12.1 The Role of Water in the Body 12.2 An Overview of the Minerals 12.3 The Major Minerals Highlight 12 > Osteoporosis and Calcium CHAPTER 13 The Trace Minerals 13.1 An Overview of the Trace Minerals 13.2 The Trace Minerals 13.3 Contaminant Minerals Highlight 13 > Phytochemicals and Functional Foods CHAPTER 14 Fitness: Physical Activity, Nutrients, and Body Adaptations 14.1 An Overview of Fitness 14.2 Energy Systems and Fuels to Support Activity 14.3 Vitamins and Minerals to Support Activity 14.4 Fluids and Electrolytes to Support Activity 14.5 Nutrition for Physically Active People Highlight 14 > Supplements as Ergogenic Aids CHAPTER 15 Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle: Pregnancy and Breastfeeding 15.1 Prepregnancy Nutrition 15.2 Placental and Fetal Development During Pregnancy 15.3 Pregnancy and Maternal Weight 15.4 Nutrition during Pregnancy 15.5 Pregnancy and Nutrition-Related Concerns 15.6 Nutrition while Breastfeeding Highlight 15 > Fetal Alcohol Syndrome CHAPTER 16 Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle: Infants, Children and Adolescents 16.1 Nutrition for Infants 16.2 Nutrition for Children 16.3 Nutrition for Adolescents Highlight 16 > Childhood Obesity and the Early Development of Chronic Diseases CHAPTER 17 Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle: Adults and the Elderly 17.1 Nutrition and Life Expectancy 17.2 The Process of Aging 17.3 Older Adults: Energy and Nutrient Needs 17.4 Older Adults: Nutrition-Related Concerns 17.5 Older Adults ��� Food Choices and Eating Habits Highlight 17 > Nutrient-Drug Interactions CHAPTER 18 The Role of Nutrition in Preventing Disease 18.1 Nutrition and Infectious Diseases 18.2 Nutrition and Chronic Diseases 18.3 Cardiovascular Disease 18.4 Hypertension 18.5 Diabetes 18.6 Cancer 18.7 Nutritional Recommendations for Chronic Diseases Highlight 18 > Complementary and Alternative Medicine CHAPTER 19 Food and Water: Possible Concerns and Contaminants 19.1 Unsafe Food Handling and Foodborne Diseases 19.2 Nutritional Adequacy of Foods and Diets 19.3 Environmental Contaminants 19.4 Natural Toxins in Foods 19.5 Pesticides 19.6 Food Additives 19.7 Water Safety and Regulation Highlight 19 > Food Biotechnology CHAPTER 20 Hunger and the Environment 20.1 Hunger in the United States 20.2 World Hunger 20.3 Malnutrition 20.4 Food for the World Highlight 20 > Environmentally Friendly Food Choices APPENDIX A Cells, Hormones, and Nerves APPENDIX B Basic Chemistry Concepts APPENDIX C Biochemical Structures and Pathways APPENDIX D Measures of Protein Quality APPENDIX E Nutrition Assessment APPENDIX F Estimated Energy Needs APPENDIX G Choose Your Foods: Food Lists for Diabetes and Weight Management APPENDIX H Aids to Calculation APPENDIX I WHO Nutrition Recommendations
£73.99
Oxford University Press EU Law
Book SynopsisThe definitive EU law textbook: the most authoritative coverage, including extracts from all key cases and materials, from a world-renowned author team. Respected as the definitive textbook on the subject, this is the stand-alone guide to EU law. The world-renowned authors offer the ideal balance of commentary, key cases, and materials to provide the most authoritative coverage and analysis. Key Features - If you are studying EU law in the UK, please see EU Law: Text, Cases, and Materials UK Version, ISBN 9780198915485.- Written by leading scholars on European Union law and provides an insightful analysis of the subject. - Succinct and clear commentary sets out the law, illuminates the accompanying materials, and delivers critical and contextual analysis of all the legal and political aspects of EU law and policy. New to this edition - The eighth edition has been updated to include expanded discussions of key topics, including: - A revised chapter on membership, now including issues relating to entry, as well as Member State obligations and exit - Adjusted chapters on legisation, decision-making, and democracy, allowing fuller treatment of the complex issues concerning governance and democracy within the EU - Separate and expanded discussions of free movement of capital and economic monetary union - Inclusion of important new case law on areas such as: competence, preliminary rulings, State aids, human rights, citizenship, competition, direct effect, freedom of establishment, and international relations law Digital formats and resources The 8th edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: the e-book and Law Trove offer a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support. For more information about e-books, please visit http://www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks
£47.49
Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) The Study Skills Handbook
Book SynopsisThis is the ultimate guide to study skills, written by million copy bestselling author Stella Cottrell. Her tried and tested approach, based on over 20 years' experience of working with students, has helped over a million students to achieve their potential.When it comes to studying, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. This engaging and accessible guide shows students how to tailor their learning to their individual needs in order to boost their grades, build their confidence and increase their employability. Fully revised for the sixth edition, it contains everything students need to succeed.This is an invaluable resource for undergraduate students of all disciplines, and is also ideal for postgraduates, mature students and international students. It prepares students for what to expect before, during and after their studies at university.New content in this edition helps students make the most of online learning, with a new self-evaluation page and more
£16.14
Titan Books Ltd Scorn: The Art of the Game
Book SynopsisOfficial lavish in-depth coffee table art book for the first-person horror adventure game Scorn, inspired by H.R. Giger and Zdzislaw Beksinski, to be released on Xbox series X/S, Microsoft Windows, Steam, and Windows Store. In this coffee table hardback, uncover the concept and vision behind Scorn, alongside insight from the artists and software designers at Ebb. The game is set in a nightmarish universe of odd forms and somber tapestry inspired by the work of H.R. Giger, and designed around the idea of "being thrown into the world". This lavish book explores the characters, creatures, weapons, and locations, with maps, user interfaces, concept art, and original designs. The unsettling biomechanical environment is a character in itself, and every location reveals its own theme, puzzles, and characters that are integral in creating a cohesive lived-in world. "It blends the anatomical and organic with the mechanical and architectural to create fleshy, irregular landscapes inhabited by shambling monstrosities" - PC Gamer magazine
£28.00
Quadrille Publishing Ltd Rather Splendid London Walks: Joolz Guides'
Book SynopsisPip-pip and Tally-Ho... meet the most famous tour guide on YouTube, Joolz Guides! In Rather Splendid London Walks you can join Joolz himself on 20 fun-packed walks around the city, picking out the top sights, sounds and secret features that you wouldn’t spot without an expert guide on hand. On your journey you will learn about London's finest palaces, historic houses and murky drinking dens, visiting unscrupulous politicians, literary figures, scientific heroes, notorious criminals, and stars of the stage and screen along the way. Highlighting historical features and oddities en route, including stink pipes, cattle troughs and parish boundary markers, Joolz has more tales, facts and anecdotes than you've had hot dinners. From Pimlico to Peckham, Holland Park to Highgate, Southwark to Soho, Joolz Guides unveils the hidden gems and fantastic follies around every corner of the metropolis.
£14.44
HarperCollins Publishers Wales Pocket Map
Book SynopsisExplore new places with handy pocket maps from Collins.Handy little full-colour map of Wales. Excellent value and very detailed for its size.This map is ideal for touring and main features include:Clear mappingDescriptions and photographs of where to goAll major tourist sites locatedEssential travel informationIndex to places of interest and place namesEssential for those planning a trip around Wales
£5.62
Search Press Ltd How to Draw: Kawaii Creatures: In Simple Steps
Book SynopsisLearn to draw 28 adorable kawaii creatures using this simple step-by-step book. Kawaii artist Aria Wei teaches you to transform simple shapes into characterful kawaii animals, including a cat, bunny, hamster, owl and duck, plus several fantasy creatures, including a unicorn, dragon and phoenix. There are 28 different kawaii companions to create, in a variety of characterful poses. Each project starts with a few basic outlines and progresses into a finished drawing; a final coloured version shows you how to develop your artwork even further. Perfect for beginners, as well as budding artists, you’ll be amazed how easily you too can create a world of kawaii creatures with this inspiring guide. Table of ContentsUnicorn 5, Tiger 6, Rat 7, Phoenix 8, Penguin 9, Owl 10, Kitsune 11, Hamster with Nut 12, Peace Hamster 13, Frog 14, Duckling 15, Duck 16, Dragon 17, Dog with Collar 18, Waving Dog 19, Dog with Ball 20, Dinosaur 21, Crocodile 22, Chick 23, Bat Cat 24, Pumpkin Cat 25, Leaping Cat 26, Cactus Cat 27, Burger Bear 28, Cuddly Bunny 29, Bunny with Hat 30, Bird 31, Polar Bear 32
£6.19
Korero Press Drawing From Photos: Problem Solving &
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£19.54
Pan Macmillan Green Living Made Easy: 101 Eco Tips, Hacks and
Book Synopsis'The tips and tricks are just brilliant.' – Jane Dunn, author of Jane's Patisserie101 eco-friendly home-hacks, tips and recipes from Sunday Times bestselling author and Great British Bake Off winner Nancy Birtwhistle.One change, any change, will make a difference to our precious planet.We all want to do our best for our homes and the planet, but it’s often hard to find the time and energy to think of alternatives. Nancy Birtwhistle makes it easy with 101 indispensable tips, ideas and recipes that will help you to live a more eco-friendly life without giving up on any home comforts.This practical book is the ultimate guide to reducing your environmental impact while saving you time and money. Inside are tips and home hacks on everything from eco cleaning, upcycling and making the most out of your weekly shop to small-space gardening and creative crafts, plus a selection of Nancy's delicious recipes. Clearly explained, accessible and beautifully illustrated with black and white line-drawings, Green Living Made Easy is the perfect guide for anyone looking to pursue a more sustainable lifestyle but unsure where to start.'Finally, an eco-friendly home guide that's relatable and we can all follow.' – Sophie Liard, author of The Folding LadyTrade ReviewThis book will change your way of thinking – as a baker myself it is so good to read such useful tips on making core ingredients myself, keeping my ingredients fresh, and therefore reducing waste! The tips and tricks are just brilliant. -- Jane Dunn, author of Jane's PatisserieIn a world where we are constantly told to do better for the environment but never told how, Nancy has done just that! Finally, an eco-friendly home guide that’s relatable and we can all follow so “doing our bit” doesn’t feel so out of our reach. -- Sophie Liard, The Folding LadyAn absolute treasure trove of tips. A must-have! -- Gemma Bray, The Organised MumFull of green tips, recipes and projects, every family needs a copy. -- Katie FfordeA bible for all those little tips you want from someone who has been there and tried it all already for you, so you don’t have to. A go to for everything! A “mum on the bookshelf” . . . A lovely voice of help and support whenever you need it. If I could, I’d give it to every parent! -- Daisy Upton, the Five Minute MumFrom making her own eco-friendly cleaning solution to descaling a kettle, Nancy's tips are easy for everyone to try at home. - House Beautiful
£13.49
Penguin Putnam Inc The New China Playbook: Beyond Socialism and
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£19.00
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Birds of Colombia
Book SynopsisThe definitive photographic guide to the fantastic avifauna of Colombia.With a spectacular range of habitats and one of the richest avifaunas of any country on earth, Colombia is home to an extraordinary total of almost 2,000 species of birds. It is quickly becoming one of South America's most popular wildlife and birding destinations, boasting more than 70 endemic species.The perfect companion for any wildlife-friendly visitor, Birds of Colombia provides photographic coverage of more than 320 species that are regularly seen in the region.Concise text for each species includes information on identification, songs and calls, behaviour, distribution and habitat, with each photo having been carefully selected to guide identification. A guide to the best birdwatching sites in Colombia is also included.Portable yet authoritative, this is the perfect guide for travellers and birdwatchers visiting this spectacular and bird-rich country.Table of ContentsIntroduction Purpose of this book Geographical parameters and significant ecosystems Major weather patterns Birdlife in Colombia Bird Observation Where to see some Colombian hotspots Species accounts
£17.09
Lannoo Publishers The New World Economy in 5 Trends
Book SynopsisThe future is uncertain but for one thing: the global economy is in disarray. Investors, companies and governments must rethink their approach in light of raging inflation, the ongoing climate crisis and an ageing population. In addition, they have to deal with the highest mountain of debt ever accrued in peacetime, disruptive innovations and the effects of multi-globalisation. So much is happening simultaneously, making it difficult to distinguish the big waves from the small hypes. Which economic developments are here to stay and which are transient? How will interest rates evolve? Which emerging countries will become tomorrow''s global powers? Which sectors offer the most opportunities? Macroeconomist Koen De Leus and market strategist Philippe Gijsels take a deep dive into the inner workings of our economy. They identify the five major trends that will dominate our lives and our money over the next 30 years. With in-depth analyses and concrete advice, they offer guidance, reveal
£36.00
Tuttle Publishing Origami Paper 500 sheets Japanese Shibori 4 10 cm
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£10.80
Fair Winds Press Chinese Medicine for the Mind
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£15.19
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Panini UK Football Sticker Collections 19781985
Book SynopsisA FINANCIAL TIMES BEST SPORTS BOOK OF 2022''This book delivers a thousand memories''. - Mark Lawrenson----A football fan''s dream come true every complete UK PANINI sticker album 1978-1985 reproduced together for the very first time. ''Swapsies'', ''Got, Got, Need'' and ''Shinies''... This landmark illustrated book is a fantastic feast of nostalgia for any football fan of a certain age. PANINI albums were a must-have if you were a football-mad kid growing up in the late 70s and 80s, when player stickers were bought, bartered and collected in a treasured rite of passage. This book will bring back all those I had that one', I'd forgotten about him' and look at that haircut!' memories as well as providing in-depth details on all the players and teams of the era.Licensed by PANINI, this is a comprehensive collection of PANINI''S UK domestic football albums from 1978 to 1985 inclusive. Covering all English First Division and Scottish Premier teams,Trade ReviewThis book delivers a thousand memories -- Mark LawrensonThis reissued collection of ordinary men turned into immortals is also an elegy to evanescent youth and defunct hairstyles. I felt I remembered half the stickers. -- Simon Kuper * Financial Times *A new anthology of Panini albums is a treasure trove into a long-forgotten world * Ian Herbert, Daily Mail *Those albums were part of football history * Bryan Robson *Table of ContentsForeword by Mark Lawrenson Introduction by Greg Lansdowne Football 78 Football 79 Football 80 Football 81 Football 82 Football 83 Football 84 Football 85
£28.00
