Vitamins and Minerals (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313382246)

Insightful, objective, and evidence-based, this overview of the most commonly used supplements dispels misinformation and provides facts from a qualified physician's point of view.

An endless array of vitamin and mineral supplements are available to health-conscious consumers today, and an increasing number of individuals have incorporated these supplements into their daily routines. Unfortunately, their use is often inspired by rumor rather than sound medical advice. The results of clinical research on these supplements' effectiveness are often inconclusive while some studies have even shown negative health effects from overuse. Instead of relying on media hype and often-conflicting "word-of-mouth" information, people who take nutritional supplements need an authoritative, evidence-based reference text about self-medication with vitamins and minerals. Dr. Zina Kroner has provided exactly that.

Vitamins and Minerals is an eye-opening guide that separates truth from myth about dozens of today's common and popular supplements. It covers the effects of the deficiency of each nutrient, its primary uses, dosages, food sources, potential side effects, and mechanism of action, helping readers make informed decisions about use of these under-regulated, over-the-counter "nutraceuticals."

Author: Zina Kroner
ISBN-10: 0313382247
ISBN-13: 9780313382246
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 04/08/2011
Pages: 400
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.20lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.10w x 1.20d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 09/01/2011
Library Journal 09/01/2011 pg. 130
Booklist 09/15/2011 pg. 49
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2011 pg. 297