Description
Book SynopsisThe prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MS) is rising in developing countries and developed countries at such high rates that it is now considered a worldwide public health problem of pandemic proportions. Yet its spread can usually be mitigated by diet and lifestyle behavior. Nutritional Intervention in Metabolic Syndrome brings together coverage of dietary patterns and dietary components to create a complete understanding of the mechanisms by which these diets and components may improve metabolic syndrome. It then presents information on how to treat MS through lifestyle change and nutritional intervention.
Witten by experts, the book focuses on diet therapy, nutritional intervention, and oxidative stress in metabolic syndrome. It presents information on dietary patterns in metabolic syndrome, including Mediterranean style diets, DASH, and low calorie diets. The text then provides an understanding of the physiopathology mechanisms in metabolic syndrome and strate
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"Intended for nutritionists and medical students alike, this [book] gathers a host of relevant articles and insights and pairs them with extensive bibliographic citations perfect for further study, making Nutritional Intervention in Metabolic Syndrome a complex and authoritative synthesis of the latest research in the field. A ‘must’ for any serious college-level health collection with nutritionist professional readers."
—Midwest Book Review, January 2016
Table of ContentsPrevalence of Metabolic Syndrome around the World. Pathophysiology of Metabolic Syndrome. Metabolic Syndrome in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Gene-Nutrient Interaction in Metabolic syndrome. Social Class and Gender Determinants in Metabolic Syndrome. Metabolic Syndrome in children and adolescents. Lyfestyle Changes and Physical Activity in Metabolic Syndrome. Effects of Dietary Components in Metabolic Syndrome. Dietary Patterns in Metabolic Syndrome.
