Barasi’s Human Nutrition: A Health Perspective, Third Edition, offers a thorough introduction to the principles and practice of nutrition. Fully revised and updated, this edition emphasizes the critical role of nutrition across various health disciplines—from epidemiology and basic sciences to clinical applications and public health policies, ultimately impacting sustainable public policy. With a greater focus on applied nutrition, it includes dedicated chapters on sport nutrition, obesity, and weight management, along with comprehensive sections on clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, and improving foods for better health. The book delves into nutritional issues related to significant, preventable diseases such as coronary heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, discussing methods of studying nutrition and essential dietary principles for intervention.

Written by experienced educators at the undergraduate and graduate levels, this textbook is an indispensable resource for students in health and nutrition as well as those pursuing advanced qualifications in food science. Its accessible ‘easy-read’ style makes complex topics understandable for both general readers and specialists alike. Ideal for introductory or intermediate undergraduate students, it also serves as a comprehensive reference for Masters or PhD students.