Vitamins and Minerals - by Zina Kroner (Hardcover)

About the Book

"This insightful, objective, and evidence-based overview of the most commonly used supplements dispels misinformation and provides facts from a qualified physician's point of view"--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Insightful, objective, and evidence-based, this overview of the most commonly used supplements dispels misinformation and provides facts from a qualified physician's point of view.

An endless array of vitamin and mineral supplements are available to health-conscious consumers today, and an increasing number of individuals have incorporated these supplements into their daily routines. Unfortunately, their use is often inspired by rumor rather than sound medical advice. The results of clinical research on these supplements' effectiveness are often inconclusive while some studies have even shown negative health effects from overuse. Instead of relying on media hype and often-conflicting "word-of-mouth" information, people who take nutritional supplements need an authoritative, evidence-based reference text about self-medication with vitamins and minerals. Dr. Zina Kroner has provided exactly that.

Vitamins and Minerals is an eye-opening guide that separates truth from myth about dozens of today's common and popular supplements. It covers the effects of the deficiency of each nutrient, its primary uses, dosages, food sources, potential side effects, and mechanism of action, helping readers make informed decisions about use of these under-regulated, over-the-counter "nutraceuticals."

Review Quotes

"Armed with the information provided in this detailed work, patients will be better able to navigate the aisles of health food stores and/or ask their doctors informed questions. Ideal for public library collections." --Library Journal

"This title goes far in answering general questions and clearing up confusion. The author, a practicing physician and medical director, covers 39 vitamins and minerals, from calcium to folic acid to zinc. . . . any library with a consumer-health section will want to purchase this excellent resource." --Booklist

"Many textbooks review the nutritional science of micronutrients, but few are written from a physician's standpoint, as is this innovative work from author and integrative medicine specialist Kroner. . . . this work is user-friendly, evidence based, well organized, and relevant. Summing Up: Recommended." --Choice

About the Author

Zina Kroner, DO, is a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in integrative medicine.