Physiological economy in nutrition, with special reference to the minimal…
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"Physiological Economy in Nutrition" by Russell H. Chittenden is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the principles of nutrition, specifically investigating the minimal proteid (protein) requirements for healthy individuals. The author argues for a reevaluation of widely accepted dietary standards, aiming to establish a more efficient approach to nutrition that could enhance overall health and well-being. The opening of the book lays a foundational understanding
of the significance of nutrition in maintaining physical and mental health. Chittenden discusses the existing dietary standards and their inconsistencies, sharing observations from experiments aimed at determining the true physiological needs for proteid food. He emphasizes the potential benefits of reducing proteid intake without compromising health, supported by historical data and personal experimentation. The author’s insights spark a critical discourse on dietary habits, challenging conventional wisdom and inviting readers to reconsider their understanding of nutrition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Chittenden, R. H. (Russell Henry), 1856-1943 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Physiological economy in nutrition, with special reference to the minimal proteid requirement of the healthy man an experimental study |
| Credits | Mark C. Orton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QP: Science: Physiology |
| Subject | Nutrition |
| Subject | Metabolism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 69439 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-69439-9 |
| Release Date | Nov 28, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 19, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 255 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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