Antioxidants in Food, Vitamins and Supplements: Prevention and Treatment of Disease

Author: Amitava Dasgupta Ph.D DABCC (Author)

Edition: 1st

Language: English

Publisher: Elsevier

Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.85 x 9.25 inches

ISBN-10: 128101040

ISBN-13: 978-0128101049

Publication Date: September 2, 2016

Print Length: 360 pages

This book bridges the gap between consumer-oriented books and technical volumes written for antioxidant researchers. It delves into oxidative stress’s role in various disease states, covering both diseases caused by oxidative stress and foods rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Aimed at healthcare professionals, it offers key clinical information and scientific explanations essential for understanding and preventing specific diseases.

Key features include:

• Covers oxidative stress-induced diseases as well as antioxidant-rich foods
• Includes easy-to-read tables and figures for quick reference on antioxidant foods and vitamins
• Provides a glycemic index and a table of ORAC values of various fruits and vegetables to aid clinicians in making recommendations to patients