{"product_id":"nutraceuticals-for-prenatal-maternal-and-offsprings-nutritional-health-9781138345829","title":"Nutraceuticals for Prenatal Maternal and Offsprings Nutritional Health","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough there is an increasing number of pregnant individuals taking nutraceuticals to maintain good health, many gaps exist in the knowledge base. These nutraceuticals might be involved in a wide variety of biological processes, and the biological and epidemiological findings of relevant studies should be examined and analyzed. \u003ci\u003eNutraceuticals for Prenatal, Maternal and Offspringâs Nutritional Health \u003c\/i\u003efocuses on the role of nutraceuticals for prenatal, mothers, and offspringâs health.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, new trends have been established in this area of prenatal nutrition, that is, mother and offspring health based on appropriate nutrition during pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, and after pregnancy. Nutraceuticals and natural products have been used by many cultures and societies around the world. This book focuses on recent trends and potential clinical evaluations of such nutraceuticals and natural products. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eExamines the role of Nutraceuticals on the mothers and offspringâs disease and health\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eFocuses on human population-based research \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscuses role of nutraceuticals in placental development, nutraceuticals for gestational weight pain and post-partum obesity \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers nutraceuticals impacting uterine growth, gestational age, and mortality rate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplores the question whether Nutraceuticals intake in pregnant women is safe as they might be involved a wide variety of biological processes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 19 chapters written by established lead authors in this field, \u003ci\u003eNutraceuticals for Prenatal, Maternal and Offspringâs Nutritional Health \u003c\/i\u003eaddresses important findings of the latest scientific research regarding the role of nutraceuticals intake before and during pregnancy. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeah A Cewinske, B.S., M.S.(Rush University Medical Center)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e **Description**\u003cbr\u003e This is one of 12 books in a series on nutraceuticals. While all books in the\u003cbr\u003e series focus on the current nutraceuticals market and research, this is the\u003cbr\u003e only book to critically analyze the use of nutraceuticals in pregnant women and\u003cbr\u003e their infants. The book can be broken into three major categories, focusing on\u003cbr\u003e the use and role of nutraceuticals before pregnancy, during pregnancy, and\u003cbr\u003e after pregnancy and their effects on maternal and infant health. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e **Purpose**\u003cbr\u003e The purpose is to examine various nutraceuticals used for prenatal health and\u003cbr\u003e the health of mothers and their children. Specifically, the book aims to report\u003cbr\u003e trends and research on the use of various nutraceutical products. While\u003cbr\u003e relatively vague, the objectives of the book appear worthy. According to the\u003cbr\u003e authors, this book is the first of its kind and, given the populations\u003cbr\u003e discussed, may have public health implications. As nutraceutical products are\u003cbr\u003e relatively inexpensive and increasingly being used for health and disease\u003cbr\u003e prevention, it is important to examine claims made about such products. The\u003cbr\u003e book meets its objectives, presenting recent research on various nutraceuticals\u003cbr\u003e and appropriate references for further investigation. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e **Audience**\u003cbr\u003e The book is intended as a tool for practicing health care clinicians, including\u003cbr\u003e physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and dietitians. While a\u003cbr\u003e basic science background may be necessary to understand the book, it may also\u003cbr\u003e be of use to students pursuing advanced degrees in health care. Clinicians and\u003cbr\u003e students with an interest in prenatal and neonatal care will especially find\u003cbr\u003e the book interesting. The book meets the needs of the intended audience by\u003cbr\u003e providing current evidence for and against various nutraceuticals as they\u003cbr\u003e relate to common disease states. The book's authors and over 30 contributors\u003cbr\u003e appear to be credible authorities on the topics discussed based on their\u003cbr\u003e credentials and publications. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e **Features**\u003cbr\u003e This is an original book examining what nutraceuticals are, their use prior to\u003cbr\u003e and during pregnancy, and their impact on offspring health. A foreword and\u003cbr\u003e preface open the book, proceeded by a list of contributors, 19 chapters, and an\u003cbr\u003e index. In addition to defining nutraceutical products, the book investigates\u003cbr\u003e how the use of such products may be confounded by diet, genetics, race, age,\u003cbr\u003e and many other factors. Furthermore, it discusses how the duration of exposure\u003cbr\u003e to nutraceuticals must be considered as these products become more popular and\u003cbr\u003e commonplace. The first section of the book examines nutraceuticals generally,\u003cbr\u003e as well as their use in pregnancy. The early chapters identify other common\u003cbr\u003e names for nutraceuticals and discuss how they are defined differently in\u003cbr\u003e various parts of the world. Given the potential impact of these products on\u003cbr\u003e metabolic syndrome and other non-communicable diseases, the book consistently\u003cbr\u003e offers and encourages further research on the effects of nutraceuticals. With\u003cbr\u003e regard to pre-pregnancy use of these products, the authors specifically mention\u003cbr\u003e the use and benefits of probiotics, long-chain fatty acids, folic acid,\u003cbr\u003e calcium, vitamin D, vitamin C, zinc, magnesium, and ginger for both mother and\u003cbr\u003e fetus. Once again, the book provides appropriate references and encourages\u003cbr\u003e further research and regulation of nutraceuticals. The next section discusses\u003cbr\u003e the use of nutraceuticals during pregnancy. In addition to thoroughly examining\u003cbr\u003e the impact of excessive and inadequate gestational weight gain during\u003cbr\u003e pregnancy, the chapters also provide information on the use of nutraceuticals\u003cbr\u003e on specific diseases including anemia, infection, hormone balance, preeclampsia\u003cbr\u003e and eclampsia, and gestational diabetes. In its final section, the book\u003cbr\u003e examines nutraceuticals used for offspring health, with a major focus on\u003cbr\u003e products for bone and dental health. Here, the book discusses functional foods\u003cbr\u003e and supplements that may impact osteoporosis and fractures in mothers, as well\u003cbr\u003e as fetal bone development. A unique feature of this book is the contents\u003cbr\u003e section at the beginning of each chapter that gives an overview of the topics\u003cbr\u003e to be discussed. This feature allows readers to find information of interest\u003cbr\u003e quickly. Additionally, the figures and tables throughout the book are useful\u003cbr\u003e and informative. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e **Assessment**\u003cbr\u003e This book is unique from any other that I have read. It does not simply describe\u003cbr\u003e the impact of various nutrients on maternal and infant health, but rather\u003cbr\u003e examines the impact of nutraceuticals, functional foods, and supplements on\u003cbr\u003e health. While I consistently read articles to keep current on pediatric\u003cbr\u003e nutrition, it can be difficult to compile information on nutraceuticals as they\u003cbr\u003e relate to specific maternal and infant disease states given the sparsity and\u003cbr\u003e need for further research studies. A book with relevant resources in one volume\u003cbr\u003e is therefore useful. As a dietitian working in the clinical realm, I make diet\u003cbr\u003e recommendations and evaluate those recommendations using intake data,\u003cbr\u003e anthropometrics, and labs. This book provides information that can be used to\u003cbr\u003e provide women and their children with diet recommendations. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e -----------------------------------------------------------\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Weighted Numerical Score: 96 - 4 Stars!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction. \u003cb\u003ePart I. Nutraceuticals intake before pregnancy. \u003c\/b\u003ePreconceptional nutraceutical during gestation and promotion of Women’s health. The effects of preconceptional nutraceuticals intake on fetus development and health. \u003cb\u003ePart II. Nutraceuticals intake during the pregnancy\u003c\/b\u003e. Role of nutraceuticals in placental development. Nutraceuticals for gestational weight gain and Postpartum obesity. Role of nutraceuticals in risk of miscarriage and related outcomes; stillbirth and maternal mortality. Nutraceuticals and anaemia in pregnancy. Nutraceuticals in maternal infections. Nutraceuticals and hormonal balance in pregnancy. Role of nutraceuticals in Preeclampsia and eclampsia. Role of nutraceuticals in gestational diabetes mellitus. Role of nutraceuticals during preterm birth, gestational length and cesarean section. Role of nutraceuticals in Depression during pregnancy, and for post-partum well-being. Prevalence of anemia in the postnatal women. Dietary Flavonoids as Therapeutics for Preterm Birth. \u003cb\u003ePart III. Nutraceuticals and offspring’s health\u003c\/b\u003e. Nutraceuticals impacting uterine growth, gestational age and mortality rate. Impact of Nutraceuticals on anthropometric indices. Nutraceuticals, congenital malformations and fetal anomalies. Neurobehavioral deficits and nutraceuticals. Nutraceuticals for bone and dental health. Role of nutraceuticals in topic dermatitis, eczema, allergy and food hypersensitivity. Risk of infection and nutraceuticals. Nutraceuticals and chronic disease (including blood pressure, obesity, insulin resistance and certain pediatric cancers). Respiratory tract function and nutraceuticals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CRC Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53186833350999,"sku":"9781138345829","price":210.17,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/nutraceuticals-for-prenatal-maternal-and-offsprings-nutritional-health-9781138345829","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}