Food Composition Data

Food Composition Data
Author: Heather Greenfield
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2003
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9789251049495

Data on the composition of foods are essential for a diversity of purposes in many fields of activity. "Food composition data" was produced as a set of guidelines to aid individuals and organizations involved in the analysis of foods, the compilation of data, data dissemination and data use. Its primary objective is to show how to obtain good-quality data that meet the requirements of the multiple users of food composition databases. These guidelines draw on experience gained in countries where food composition programmes have been active for many years. This book provides an invaluable guide for professionals in health and agriculture research, policy development, food regulation and safety, food product development, clinical practice, epidemiology and many other fields of endeavour where food composition data provide a fundamental resource.

FAO/INFOODS analytical food composition database - version 2 (AnFooD2.0)

FAO/INFOODS analytical food composition database - version 2 (AnFooD2.0)
Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Total Pages: 31
Release: 2019-01-28
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9251097895

The FAO/INFOODS Analytical Food Composition Database (AnFood) is a global compendium of scrutinized analytical data (without any additional estimations, imputation or calculation of missing values) for commonly consumed foods. It allows food composition database compilers to easily retrieve analytical data of good quality and to incorporate them into their databases (by citing the source). It can also be helpful to assess other analytical data if they are within a reasonable range.

Nutrition Research Methodologies

Nutrition Research Methodologies
Author: Julie A. Lovegrove
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 360
Release: 2015-01-12
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1118554590

A new book in the acclaimed Nutrition Society Textbook Series, Nutrition Research Methodologies addresses the rapidly advancing field of nutrition research. It covers the diverse methodologies required for robust nutritional research to ensure thorough understanding of key concepts, both for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and for scientists working in nutrition research. Combining theory with practical application, Nutrition Research Methodologies addresses both traditional research methods and new technologies, and focuses on a range of complex topics, including energy compensation, nutrient-gene interactions and metabolic adaptation. It also considers statistical issues as well as application of data to policy development. Provides the reader with the required scientific basics of nutrition research in the context of a systems and health approach Written specifically to meet the needs of individuals involved in nutrition research Combines the viewpoints of world-leading nutrition experts from academia and research with practical applications Accompanied by a companion website with a range of self-assessment material (www.wiley.com/go/lovegrove/nutritionresearch)

Introduction to Human Nutrition

Introduction to Human Nutrition
Author: Susan A. Lanham-New
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 485
Release: 2019-12-23
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1119476976

Now in its third edition, the best-selling Introduction to Human Nutrition continues to foster an integrated, broad knowledge of the discipline and presents the fundamental principles of nutrition science in an accessible way. With up-to-date coverage of a range of topics from food composition and dietary reference standards to phytochemicals and contemporary challenges of global food safety, this comprehensive text encourages students to think critically about the many factors and influences of human nutrition and health outcomes. Offers a global, multidisciplinary perspective on food and nutrition Covers nutrition and metabolism of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and vitamins and minerals Explores new developments in functional foods, supplements and food fortification, and future challenges for nutrition research and practice Explains the digestion, absorption, circulatory transport, and cellular uptake of nutrients Demonstrates the structure and characteristics of nutrients, and the relationship with disease prevention A primary text in nutritional science classes worldwide, Introduction to Human Nutrition is a vital resource for students in areas of nutrition, dietetics, and related subjects that involve principles of nutrition science.

Compiling Data for Food Composition Data Bases

Compiling Data for Food Composition Data Bases
Author: William M. Rand
Publisher:
Total Pages: 86
Release: 1991
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

A guideline on methods for analyzing foods, the organization and content of food composition tables and data bases, and procedures for the accurate international interchange of data. Focuses specifically on the issues involved in gathering, and estimating where necessary, the data for such tables and data bases. Its goal is to make future food composition data bases more consistent, more compatible, and more useful to a wider audience. Directed toward both the developers and the users of the data bases.

Food Composition Data

Food Composition Data
Author: William M. Rand
Publisher: United Nations University Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 1987
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 9789280806335

Report of a conference held in Logan, Utah, USA, 26-29 March, 1985.

Introduction to Human Nutrition

Introduction to Human Nutrition
Author: Michael J. Gibney
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 740
Release: 2013-03-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1118684702

In this Second Edition of the introductory text in the acclaimed Nutrition Society Textbook Series, Introduction to Human Nutrition has been revised and updated to meet the needs of the contemporary student. Groundbreaking in their scope and approach, the titles in the series: Provide students with the required scientific basics of nutrition in the context of a systems and health approach Enable teachers and students to explore the core principles of nutrition, to apply these throughout their training, and to foster critical thinking at all times. Throughout, key areas of knowledge are identified Are fully peer reviewed, to ensure completeness and clarity of content, as well as to ensure that each book takes a global perspective Introduction to Human Nutrition is an essential purchase for undergraduate and postgraduate students of nutrition/nutrition and dietetics degrees, and also for those students who major in other subjects that have a nutrition component, such as food science, medicine, pharmacy and nursing. Professionals in nutrition, dietetics, food science, medicine, health sciences and many related areas will also find much of great value within this book.