Essentials of Clinical Nutrition in Healthcare: A Comprehensive Guide to Nutrition Care

By Ellizabeth Frates, a renowned expert in the field, this book bridges the evidence-practice gap between nutrition knowledge and education provided by medical schools. It offers proven methods for diagnosing and managing nutritional changes in patients with chronic diseases and conditions.

Understanding the Fundamentals of Nutrition and Clinical Practice

The book begins by exploring the fundamentals of nutrition and its application to clinical practice. This includes nutrition through the lifespan, personalized nutrition, and maintaining patients’ energy balance while providing sufficient nutrients such as protein, vitamins, and minerals.

Nutrition and Disease: Evidence-Based Chapters

The book delves into the effects of diet on health and presents a comprehensive array of evidence-based chapters on various illnesses, including:

• Cardiovascular disease
• Cancer
• Diabetes
• Hypertension
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Dementia

Expert Advice for Behavior Change and Lifestyle Impact

The book concludes with expert advice on counseling and coaching for behavior change, empowering healthcare professionals to impact their patients’ lifestyles and promote positive health outcomes.

Publisher: McGraw Hill LLC

Publication Date: January 31, 2024

Language: English

ISBN: 9781264581887, 9781264583379

Stay ahead of the curve with Essentials of Clinical Nutrition in Healthcare, your go-to resource for comprehensive nutrition care.