Nutritional Needs in Cold and High-Altitude Environments: Applications for Military Personnel in Field Operations [Paperback]

Committee on Military Nutrition Research (Author), Institute of Medicine (Author), Bernadette M. Marriott (Editor), Sydne J. Carlson (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 16, 1996 | ISBN-10: 0309054842 | ISBN-13: 978-0309054843

This book reviews the research pertaining to nutrient requirements for working in cold or in high-altitude environments and states recommendations regarding the application of this information to military operational rations. It addresses whether, aside from increased energy demands, cold or high-altitude environments elicit an increased demand or requirement for specific nutrients, and whether performance in cold or high-altitude environments can be enhanced by the provision of increased amounts of specific nutrients.

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Book Description

This book reviews the research pertaining to nutrient requirements for working in cold or in high-altitude environments and states recommendations regarding the application of this information to military operational rations. It addresses whether, aside from increased energy demands, cold or high-altitude environments elicit an increased demand or requirement for specific nutrients, and whether performance in cold or high-altitude environments can be enhanced by the provision of increased amounts of specific nutrients.

About the Author

Bernadette M. Marriott and Sydne J. Carlson, Editors; Committee on Military Nutrition Research, Institute of Medicine

Product Details

• Paperback: 584 pages
• Publisher: National Academies Press (May 16, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0309054842
• ISBN-13: 978-0309054843
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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