Download or read book Handbook of Preventive and Therapeutic Nutrition written by James M. Gerber and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 1993 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Outlines clinical protocols for most of the disorders and conditions in which nutrition may be useful as a primary or adjunct intervention. Provides an overview of clinical nutrition assessment along with specific tools for diet analysis and diet prescription. Describes the clinical aspects of the various macronutrients and micronutrients in order to increase familiarity with their application in the prevention and treatment of human disease. Designed as a quick reference guide for health care professionals, but can also be used by nonprofessionals.