Books Nutrition and Diet in Health 1st Edition by Adenike Temidayo Oladiji (Editor), Johnson Olaleye Oladele (Editor), Ebenezer I. O. Ajayi (Editor)

"Nutrition and Diet in Health: Principles and Applications," edited by Adenike Temidayo Oladiji, Johnson Olaleye Oladele, and Ebenezer I. O. Ajayi, is an academic book that comprehensively explores the role of nutrition and diet in human health and disease. This 1st edition covers both fundamental principles and practical applications, making it relevant for students, scientists, and healthcare professionals.​

Book Structure & Content

The book is divided into two main sections: principles of nutrition and diet on health, and their applications in specific health conditions.

It discusses sustainable use of nutrition, advanced biotechnological methods to improve nutrient content, trace elements, drug-nutrient interactions, and the roles of functional foods and nutraceuticals.

The applications section covers nutrition's impact on diseases like cardiovascular disorders, cancer, infections, neurodegenerative diseases, and metabolic comorbidities.

It emphasizes nutrition for wellness across different life stages, including pregnancy, fitness, mental health, aging, and longevity.​

Key Features

Molecular and cellular insights into nutrition's role in health maintenance and disease pathogenesis.

Examination of therapeutic potentials of dietary phytochemicals.

Coverage of chrono-nutrition and dietary timing related to circadian rhythms.

Discussions on nutrition's role in mental health and fitness, providing holistic insight into diet's integration into a healthy lifestyle.