Nutraceuticals in Brain Health and Beyond

ISBN: 0128205938

Author: Ghosh, Dilip

Condition: New

Nutraceuticals in Brain Health and Beyond focuses on a variety of health disorders where intervention with nutritional supplements prove valuable, such as Alzheimers, Parkinsons, autism, and attention-deficit disorder in children. In addition, Nutraceuticals in Brain Health and Beyond addresses "herb-nutra psychiatry" which is a field of research focused on developing a comprehensive, cohesive, and scientifically rigorous evidence base to shift conceptual thinking around the role of diet and nutrition in mental health.Intended for nutrition researchers, nutritionists, dieticians, regulatory bodies, health professionals, and students studying related fields, Nutraceuticals in Brain Health and Beyond will be a useful reference in understanding the links between nutrition and brain health. Addresses nutritional psychiatry and cognitive health at all stages of the lifespan Contains extensive coverage of vitamins, minerals, botanicals, and other nutrients Offers novel insight into cognitive dysfunctions including depression and other neurodegenerative disorders Explores the role of genomics and epigenetics, including discussion of the gut-brain axis