This user-friendly book covers all aspects of clinical nutrition in practice, using an accessible question-and-answer format that is ideal for the busy health professional.

Questions such as "What is the definition of dietary fiber?" and "What are the types of enteral nutrition?" are answered clearly, as the authors move from the fundamentals of human nutrition to the clinical needs of patients suffering from various morbid conditions, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, neurological disorders, and obesity.

Particular attention is given to nutrition during cancer treatment and the management of patients suffering from HIV/AIDS. Dietitians, nutritionists, and other health professionals working with patients with eating disorders or special dietary needs, as well as cardiologists and oncologists, will discover a refreshing approach to this important topic.

Nurses, medical students, and those working in the medical nutrition field will also benefit from this handy guide.

• Clear format with straightforward questions and evidence-based answers
• General overview of the fundamentals of health and nutrition before examining individual morbid conditions
• Written by professionals, for professionals