Recently, vegetarian diets have experienced an increase in popularity. A vegetarian diet is
associated with many health benefits because of its higher content of fiber, folic acid …

A summary of systematic reviews and meta-analyses addressing the benefits and risks of
dietary protein intakes for bone health in adults suggests that dietary protein levels even …

Multiple disciplines are involved in the management of diabetic foot disease, and a common
vocabulary is essential for clear communication. Based on the systematic reviews of the …

From 50 years of age, postmenopausal women are at an increased risk of develo**
sarcopenia and osteoporosis as a result of deterioration of musculoskeletal health. Both …

A number of studies have evaluated the health of vegetarians. Others have studied the
health effects of foods that are preferred or avoided by vegetarians. The purpose of this …

Osteoporosis and low bone mass are currently estimated to be a major public health threat.
Adequate nutrition plays a major role in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis; the …

This chapter highlights the potential health benefits of fruit and vegetable consumption on
several diseases, as well as the nutritional and health importance of some fruits and …

Bone homeostasis is profoundly affected by local pH and oxygen tension. It has long been
recognised that the skeleton contains a large reserve of alkaline mineral (hydroxyapatite) …

Low-grade metabolic acidosis is a condition characterized by a slight decrease in blood pH,
within the range considered normal, and feeding is one of the main factors that may …

Fruit and Vegetable Phytochemicals: Chemistry, Nutritional Value and Stability provides
scientists in the areas of food technology and nutrition with accessible and up-to-date …