HEALTHY FATS FOR LIFE
Preventing and Treating Common Health Problems
with Fatty Acids
Lorna R. Vanderhaeghe, B.Sc.
Karlene Karst, B.Sc., R.D.
Paperback: 247 pages
Publisher: Wiley; 2 edition (February 11, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0470834897
ISBN-13: 978-0470834893
Preventing and Treating Common Health Problems
with Fatty Acids
Lorna R. Vanderhaeghe, B.Sc.
Karlene Karst, B.Sc., R.D.
Paperback: 247 pages
Publisher: Wiley; 2 edition (February 11, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0470834897
ISBN-13: 978-0470834893
Reduce Weight, Lower Cholesterol, Control Diabetes, Prevent Heart Disease, Reduce Risk of Cancer, Improve Brain Function, Develop Stronger Bones, Increase Longevity, Eliminate Arthritis Symptoms,
Protect the Prostate, Improve Fertility, Give Birth to a Healthier Baby.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acknowledgments vii
Introduction ix
- The ABCs of EFAs 1
- Win the War Against Weight 22
- Diabetes: You May Be At Risk 33
- Heart Health: Have a Love Affair with Fat 43
- Boost Your Brain, Improve Mental Health 57
- Fats for Mother, Infant, Child 66
- Healthy Fats, Healthy Hormones 79
- The Diet and Breast Cancer Link 96
- Beautiful Skin Begins Within 114
- Optimal Oils for Bones and Joints 127
- Prostate Protection 146
- Facts, Fallacies and Misconceptions 154
- What to Look for in a Quality Product 177
References 195
Resource Guide 207
Index 209