Public Health Nutrition (The Nutrition Society Textbook)

About this book

In this second edition of the bestselling title from the acclaimed Nutrition Society Textbook series Public Health Nutrition has been extensively revised to ensure that it reflects the latest evidence-based knowledge and research. Ground-breaking and comprehensive in both its scope and approach Public Health Nutrition has been fully updated by an expert editorial team to cover the most recent changes in the field. It now offers a structured overview of the subjects core concepts and considers public health nutrition tools and the application of intervention strategies. Divided into five key sections Public Health Nutrition contains a wealth of information including: Public health nutrition concepts and assessment tools and their application in light of the latest evidence. Case studies to illustrate how best to apply the theory and evidence to policy and practice. An examination of nutrition throughout the lifecycle and the relationship between diet and disease including in relation to obesity diabetes cancer as well as mental health. The impact of environmental factors on public health. Public health strategies policies and approaches. With a clear and concise structure Public Health Nutrition is an essential purchase for students of nutrition dietetics and other healthcare areas as well as an invaluable practical guide for health professionals working within public health. A supporting companion website featuring multiple-choice short answer and essay style questions is available at www.wiley.com/go/buttriss/publichealth