The Oxford Book Of Health Foods

Author: J.G. Vaughan

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Price : $9.95 AUD
ISBN : 9780192806802
Publisher : oup
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Weight (g) : 0.674
Publication date : 01 April 2006
Dimensions : 251mm X 197mm X 14mm
Produced in : United Kingdom
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Dewey classification : 641.302
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Pages : 222
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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