Household Dietary Nutrition Treasury

Author: Nakamura Toshiji
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Some have pointed out that an excessive intake of animal fats and other fats, as well as an overconsumption of sugar and salt, while insufficient intake of dietary fiber, has led to nutritional imbalances caused by the prevalence of convenience foods and refined foods, resulting in inadequate intake of vitamins and minerals. This has triggered various diseases. At the same time, with the improvement of living standards, people increasingly desire to be healthy and live longer, a wish that has recently sparked a health food trend. Based on the above perspective, this book explains the following questions in a simple and easy-to-understand manner regarding all the nutritional elements that function within the body. How nutrients are used in the body; what to do if nutrient intake is insufficient; nutrient-rich foods; effective methods for nutrient intake. Additionally, it provides a brief explanation on the nutrients required for different diseases.