Nutrition in women. Assessment and counseling.

Monteleone, G P; Browning, D G · Prim Care · 1997

review · Level V

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Abstract

Nutritional aspects of health care for women are receiving special attention in the lay and research press. Primary care physicians must have accurate knowledge of general nutrition to counsel patients accordingly. This article addresses a practical approach to nutritional assessment and counseling. Current data on specific nutrients and disease are evaluated. Attention is given to antioxidant vitamins and disease as well as calcium, vitamin D, and osteoporosis.

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