Organized by nutrient this evidence-based reference synthesizes all of the most current
research on vitamins and minerals in an easy-to-use format. Each chapter addresses the function
the nutrient plays in the human body current definitions of deficiency including Recommended
Dietary Allowance (RDA) or Adequate Intake (AI) recommendations the use of the nutrient for
prevention or treatment of a disease if known dietary and other sources of the nutrient
including food and supplement sources (breaking down the different supplement forms) safety
precautions for overdosing and drug interactions and the Linus Pauling Institute's current
recommendation for health maintenance. Each chapter has been reviewed by an expert in the area
all of whom are noted in the Editorial Advisory Board. This work is endorsed by the Linus
Pauling Institute of Oregon State University. Appendices add to the clinical usefulness of this
work: a quick reference to disease prevention and treatment recommendations made throughout the
text nutrient - nutrient interactions drug - nutrient interactions a glossary and the Linus
Pauling Institute Prescription for Health. The book also contains a measures conversion table.
