The Oxford Book of Health Foods
Author(s): J.G. Vaughan
Provides a scientific critique of the evidence for the medical and health claims made for a range of products sold for their health benefits. Over one hundred entries on health foods, from antioxidants to herbal remedies and vitamin supplements, provide a view for professionals and general readers.
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'beautifully illustrated with botanical drawings...this is a great reference book if you want to know more about the dietary supplements and foods you're buying' Margaret Bartlett, Health & Fitness
Foreword; Acknowledgements and figure sources; Preface; Introduction; ARTICLES ON OVER 120 HEALTH FOODS, FROM ALFALFA AND ALGAE, TO WITCH HAZEL AND YARROW; Recommended reading; Glossary; Index
General Fields
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- : oup
- : oup
- : 0.674
- : 01 April 2006
- : 251mm X 197mm X 14mm
- : United Kingdom
- : books
Special Fields
- : J.G. Vaughan
- : Paperback
- : 641.302
- : 222
- : Over 100 colour illustrations, numerous tables