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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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Authors: Heer, Martina (Author), Titze, Jens (Author), Smith, Scott M. (Author), Baecker, Natalie (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2015.
Edition:1st ed. 2015.
Series:SpringerBriefs in Space Life Sciences,
Subjects:
Human physiology.
Aerospace engineering.
Astronautics.
Nutrition   .
Cytology.
Biochemistry.
Human Physiology.
Aerospace Technology and Astronautics.
Nutrition.
Cell Biology.
Online Access:Texto Completo
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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