Nutrition physiology and metabolism in spaceflight and analog studies /

Nutrition physiology and metabolism in spaceflight and analog studies /

This book provides an overview of microgravity-induced changes in human metabolism, muscle, bone and the cardio-vascular system, and discusses in detail the nutrient uptake required during spaceflight to counteract these adaptive mechanisms and ensure an improved physical constitution upon returning...

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Main Author: Heer, Martina (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Titze, Jens, Smith, Scott M., Baecker, Natalie
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2015.
Edition:1st ed. 2015.
Series:SpringerBriefs in Space Life Sciences
Subjects:
Medicine.
Human physiology.
Nutrition.
Biochemistry.
Cell biology.
Aerospace engineering.
Astronautics.
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Table of Contents:
  • I. Nutritional requirements in Space
  • II. Nutrition in space
  • Introduction
  • Energy-, macronutrient supply and effects in spaceflight
  • Fluid and electrolyte metabolism
  • Fat-soluble vitamins
  • Water-soluble vitamins
  • Minerals and trace elements
  • Supplements.

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