Handbook of Behavior, Food and Nutrition by Victor R. Preedy - English Paperback

Handbook of Behavior, Food and Nutrition by Victor R. Preedy - English PaperbackRetail Price: $1151.99Our Price: $1028.99Guaranteed like new or your money backThe Handbook of Behavior, Food and Nutrition is a comprehensive resource edited by Victor R. Preedy, Ronald Ross Watson, and Colin R. Martin, exploring the intricate relationship between food, nutrition, and behavior. It delves into the reciprocal influence between what we eat and how it affects our behavior, offering insights from various disciplines. The book covers a wide range of topics, including:General and Normative Aspects: Examines the fundamental ways eating behaviors are shaped and how they affect individuals.Pathological and Abnormal Aspects: Focuses on conditions like obesity, anorexia, and other eating disorders, along with their psychological and physiological impacts.Specific Conditions and Diseases: Discusses how various health conditions (like diabetes, cardiovascular diseases) influence dietary choices and nutrition.Interventions and Behavioral Change: Investigates strategies to change eating behaviors and attitudes, particularly in children, adolescents, and adults, with an emphasis on prevention and treatment.Behavioral Assessment Methods: Offers approaches to evaluate eating behaviors in both clinical and population contexts.Specialized Topics: Covers emerging trends, such as emotional effects of foods (e.g., chocolate), night eating syndrome, and specific dietary preferences and aversions.The book is aimed at professionals across behavioral, nutrition, food, and health fields, including psychologists, dietitians, public health experts, pharmacologists, food scientists, and medical professionals. The content is supported by practical features like “Key Facts,” “Summary Points,” and “Applications to Other Areas,” alongside numerous tables and figures for clarity. It is designed to provide valuable, evidence-based insights and is especially relevant to those involved in food policy, marketing, and health intervention efforts.