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Biochemical, Physiological, and Molecular Aspects of Human Nutrition

  • 5th Edition - October 16, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Authors: Martha H. Stipanuk, Tracy G. Anthony, Kimberly K Buhman, Kathleen M. Hill Gallant, Daniel J. Hoffman, Kevin C. Klatt
  • Language: English

Gain a complete understanding of nutrition’s role in health and disease! With its comprehensive, easy-to-read format, Biochemical, Physiological, and Molecular Aspects of Human Nu… Read more

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Gain a complete understanding of nutrition’s role in health and disease! With its comprehensive, easy-to-read format, Biochemical, Physiological, and Molecular Aspects of Human Nutrition, 5th Edition, provides clear, concise coverage of advanced nutrition concepts at the molecular, cellular, tissue, and whole-body levels. Written by a team of nutrition experts, this edition address nutrients by classification, and describes macronutrient function from digestion to metabolism. Fully updated artwork and new features such as bolded summary headings and additional boxes and tables enhance readability and present new research and findings in an easily digestible format.

Key features

  • More than 40 expert contributors provide the latest information on all areas of the nutrition sciences
  • Color figures help clarify key concepts and complex physiological and metabolic processes
  • Bold summary headings make it easier to find key information and review main points in each chapter
  • Thinking Critically sections within boxes and at the end of chapters help in applying scientific knowledge to real-life situations
  • Nutrition Insight boxes discuss hot topics and take a closer look at basic science and everyday nutrition
  • Clinical Correlation boxes show the connection between nutrition-related problems and their effects on normal metabolism
  • Additional boxes and tables throughout the text call attention to important topics including, Food Sources boxes; DRIs Across the Life Cycle boxes; and Historical Tidbits boxes

Readership

Resource for professionals in medicine and nutrition (RDs)

Table of contents

Unit 1: Nutrients

1. Nutrients: History and Definitions

2. Guidelines for Food and Nutrient Intake

Unit 2: Structure and Properties of the Macronutrients

3. Structure, Nomenclature, and Properties of Carbohydrates

4. Structure, Nomenclature, and Properties of Lipids

5. Structure, Nomenclature, and Properties of Proteins and Amino Acids

Unit 3: Digestion and Absorption of the Macronutrients

6. Overview of Digestion and Absorption

7. Digestion and Absorption of Carbohydrates

8. Digestion and Absorption of Lipids

9. Digestion and Absorption of Protein

Unit 4: Metabolism of the Macronutrients

10. Central Aspects of Macronutrient Metabolism

11. Overview of the Regulation of Macronutrient Metabolism

12. Metabolism of Carbohydrate

13. Metabolism of Fatty Acids, Acylglycerols, and Sphingolipids

14. Cholesterol and Lipoproteins: Synthesis, Transport, and Metabolism

15. Amino Acid Metabolism and Protein Homeostasis

16. Metabolism of Individual Amino Acids

Unit 5: Macronutrient Requirements

17. Total Energy Requirement: Energy Expenditure, Growth, and Energy Stores

18. Requirements or Recommended Intakes for Carbohydrates and Lipids

19. Protein and Amino Acid Requirements

20. Consequences of Energy Imbalance: Obesity and Undernutrition

Unit 6: Vitamins and Other Organic Micronutrients

21. Niacin, Riboflavin, and Thiamin

22. Folate, Choline, Vitamin B12, and Vitamin B6

23. Biotin and Pantothenic Acid

24. Vitamin C

25. Vitamin K

26. Vitamin E

27. Vitamin A

28. Vitamin D

Unit 7: Minerals and Water

29. Calcium and Phosphorus

30. Magnesium

31. Sodium, Chloride, and Potassium

32. Body Fluids and Water Balance

33. Iron

34. Zinc, Copper, and Manganese

35. Iodine

36. Selenium

37. Molybdenum, Fluoride, and Beneficial Bioactive Trace Elements

Product details

  • Edition: 5
  • Latest edition
  • Published: October 16, 2026
  • Language: English

About the author

MS

Martha H. Stipanuk

Affiliations and expertise
James Jamison Professor of Nutrition Emeritus, Division of Nutritional Sciences, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA