Case Studies in Physiology and Nutrition

''Today's knowledge of human health demands a multidisciplinary understanding of medically related sciences, and Case Studies in the Physiology of Nutrition answers the call. Dedicated to the integration of nutrition science with physiology, this text cohesively incorporates descriptions of human problems in order to stimulate students' critical thinking about how the body integrates various physiological factors to maintain homeostasis. This textbook uses short story-type case studies about fictional individuals who have health problems in order to address a range of issues in an approachable manner. The studies vary in difficulty, with some being straightforward with very simple answers, while others require in-depth thinking and literature research to solve. Each study presents patient background, symptoms, clinical finding, and questions to ponder. Upon qualifying course adoption, this book also includes a valuable instructor's manual, which provides solutions to exercises, problem analysis, and resolution to each case study.''--Publisher's description. Read more... How to Use This BookWhat Is a Case Study?Sample Case Study: Derrick's MalaiseWhere Can I Find the Answers to These Problems?Where Does the Analysis Part Come In?Key Words and Their Meanings: Look Up the Unfamiliar TermsRead the Relevant LiteratureOrganize Your InformationPrepare a Summary for Yourself of the Previous Key PointsWhat Do the Terms Used in This Book Mean?DiseaseWhat Is a Disease?How Is Disease Studied? Who Studies Disease?Do We Keep Track of Disease?What Causes a Disease to Develop?What Are Signs and Symptoms?What Kinds of Laboratory Work Could Be Helpful in Describing the Case?What Kinds of Tissues Can Be Used for Laboratory Assessment?How Long Does a Disease Last?HomeostasisWhat Is Homeostasis?How Is Homeostasis Regulated?What Is the Relevance of Homeostatic Control to Our Understanding of the Physiology of Nutrition?Malnutrition as Part of a Homeostatic DisturbanceSodiumPotassiumChlorideCalciumMagnesiumOther Instances of Homeostatic RegulationGrowth and DevelopmentObesityHomeostasis in Body Weight RegulationTreatment of ObesityDrugs in the Treatment of ObesityDiet ProductsBariatric SurgeryBloodCauses of Nutritional AnemiaPharmacological Treatment of Iron DeficiencyToxicology of Iron OverloadOther Nutrients and AnemiaNon-Nutritional AnemiaBlood GroupsBlood ClottingWhite CellsBlood PressureLearning Activity 4.1: Your Nutritional You Are What You EatDietary GuidelinesDiet AssessmentNutritional AssessmentLaboratory TestsHow Is Food Used?How Do We Get the Nutrients in the Food into Our Bodies?AbsorptionProtein DigestionAmino Acid AbsorptionCarbohydrate DigestionCarbohydrate AbsorptionLipid Digestion and AbsorptionWe Are What We InheritWhat Is a Gene? What Is Our Genotype? What Is Our Phenotype? What Is the Difference between the Terms, Genotype and Phenotype?How Do We Inherit Our Genotype and Phenotype?How Does Our Environment Shape Today's knowledge of human health demands a multidisciplinary understanding of medically related sciences, and Case Studies in the Physiology of Nutrition answers the call. Dedicated to the integration of nutrition science with physiology, this text cohesively incorporates descriptions of human problems in order to stimulate students' critical thinking about how the body integrates various physiological factors to maintain homeostasis. Contains Key Points, Vocabulary Exercises, and Critical Thinking Problems This textbook uses short story-type case studies about fictional individuals who have health problems in order to address a range of issues in an approachable manner. The studies vary in difficulty, with some being straightforward with very simple answers, while others require in-depth thinking and literature research to solve. Each study presents patient background, symptoms, clinical finding, and questions to ponder. Upon qualifying course adoption, this book also includes a valuable instructor's manual, which provides solutions to exercises, problem analysis, and resolution to each case study. This ready-to-implement resource addresses: Homeostasis Obesity and malnutrition Anemia and diabetes Nutrient-gene expression Immune system Food safety Aging and nutrition Muscle and bone studies Case Studies in the Physiology of Nutrition provides an understanding of nutritional components by defining biochemical, mechanical, and physical functions. Its unique approach will aid students in relating functionality to system failure as well as understanding the role of environment in health and nutrition. Content: How to use this book -- Disease -- Homeostasis -- Blood -- You are what you eat -- How is food used? -- We are what we inherit -- Pets and people -- Food and health -- Stones and bones -- Age and nutrition -- Getting from here to there - muscle. Abstract: Presents a range of issues including anemia, diabetes, obesity, starvation, parasites, dementia, and vitamin deficiencies. This book lists solutions, scientific information, and opportunities for further learning. It provides an understanding of nutritional components by defining biochemical, mechanical, and physical functions. Read more...