Micronutrients in Health and Disease

Through scientific, evidence-based research, this book provides comprehensive information on micronutrients and their ability to promote healthy aging and mitigate the effect and reduce the risk of disease. It examines micronutrients in oxidative stress, inflammation, and immune function and provides recommendations for healthy aging and disease prevention. The author proposes specific micronutrient supplementation for several conditions including coronary artery disease, diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, hearing disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, HIV/AIDS, the adverse effects of radiation, and arthritis.