[PDF] The Carnitine System eBook

Author : J.W. de Jong
Publisher : Springer
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 23,68 MB
Release : 2012-01-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789401041225

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In the last few years, derivatives of L-carnitine, such as acetyl-L-carnitine and propionyl-L-carnitine, have been made available to doctors for treatment of specific pathologies. The effects of this family of related carnitine compounds on cardiovascular systems and diseases constitute the major issue addressed in this volume. Although several books on carnitine have been published, a treatise focusing on experimental and clinical aspects of the carnitine family and cardiovascular diseases was lacking. The present book provides the reader with a concise update in this field. The information collected from experts on various aspects of the fascinating compound, carnitine, will be useful for both clinicians and basic scientists.

Author : Institute of Medicine
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 50,3 MB
Release : 1994-02-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 030905088X

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The physiological or psychological stresses that employees bring to their workplace affect not only their own performance but that of their co-workers and others. These stresses are often compounded by those of the job itself. Medical personnel, firefighters, police, and military personnel in combat settingsâ€"among othersâ€"experience highly unpredictable timing and types of stressors. This book reviews and comments on the performance-enhancing potential of specific food components. It reflects the views of military and non-military scientists from such fields as neuroscience, nutrition, physiology, various medical specialties, and performance psychology on the most up-to-date research available on physical and mental performance enhancement in stressful conditions. Although placed within the context of military tasks, the volume will have wide-reaching implications for individuals in any job setting.

Author : Martin Kohlmeier
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 841 pages
File Size : 24,34 MB
Release : 2003-10-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0080537898

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Nutrient Metabolism defines the molecular fate of nutrients and other dietary compounds in humans, as well as outlining the molecular basis of processes supporting nutrition, such as chemical sensing and appetite control. It focuses on the presentation of nutritional biochemistry; and the reader is given a clear and specific perspective on the events that control utilization of dietary compounds. Slightly over 100 self-contained chapters cover all essential and important nutrients as well as many other dietary compounds with relevance for human health. An essential read for healthcare professionals and researchers in all areas of health and nutrition who want to access the wealth of nutrition knowledge available today in one single source. Key Features * Highly illustrated with relevant chemical structures and metabolic pathways * Foreword by Steven Zeisel, Editor-in-chief of the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry * First comprehensive work on the subject

Author : J.W. de Jong
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 565 pages
File Size : 16,20 MB
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9401102759

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In the last few years, derivatives of L-carnitine, such as acetyl-L-carnitine and propionyl-L-carnitine, have been made available to doctors for treatment of specific pathologies. The effects of this family of related carnitine compounds on cardiovascular systems and diseases constitute the major issue addressed in this volume. Although several books on carnitine have been published, a treatise focusing on experimental and clinical aspects of the carnitine family and cardiovascular diseases was lacking. The present book provides the reader with a concise update in this field. The information collected from experts on various aspects of the fascinating compound, carnitine, will be useful for both clinicians and basic scientists.

Author : Albert Teelken
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1256 pages
File Size : 33,25 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780306457050

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Compiles 195 contributions from the June 1996 meeting. Part I (clinical aspects and pathology) discusses the role of neuroprotection and neurorescue in ischemia, stroke, and neuronal injury, as well as neurochemical mechanisms, mood disorders, and the significance of cerebrospinal fluid examinations for diagnosis and treatment. Part II (cellular functions) covers nutrient transport, energy metabolism, and metabolic trafficking in brain cells, and the role of neurotrophic molecules. Part III (molecules/methods) describes functional aspects of neuroactive compounds, with a special focus upon acetylocholine, taurine, amino acid neurotransmitters, and neuropeptides. Also discusses the role of lipid mediators, brain proteins, and new insights in methodology. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Carla E. M. Hollak
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 657 pages
File Size : 28,29 MB
Release : 2016
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0199972133

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As clinical management of inherited metabolic diseases (IMDs) has improved, more patients affected by these conditions are surviving into adulthood. This trend, coupled with the widespread recognition that IMDs can present differently and for the first time during adulthood, makes the need for a working knowledge of these diseases more important than ever. Inherited Metabolic Disease in Adults offers an authoritative clinical guide to the adult manifestations of these challenging and myriad conditions. These include both the classic pediatric-onset conditions and a number of new diseases that can manifest at any age. It is the first book to give a clear and concise overview of how this group of conditions affects adult patients, a that topic will become a growing imperative for physicians across primary and specialized care.

Author : Erick J. Vandamme
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 580 pages
File Size : 39,49 MB
Release : 2016-04-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 3527337342

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Vitamins are a group of physiologically very important, chemically quite complex organic compounds, that are essential for humans and animals. Some vitamins and other growth factors behave as antioxidants, while some can be considered as biopigments. As their chemical synthesis is laborious, their biotechnology-based synthesis and production via microbial fermentation has gained substantial interest within the last decades. Recent progress in microbial genetics and in metabolic engineering and implementation of innovative bioprocess technology has led to a biotechnology-based industrial production of many vitamins and related compounds. Divided into three sections, this volume covers: 1. water-soluble vitamins 2. fat-soluble vitamin compounds and 3. other growth factors, biopigments, and antioxidants. They are all reviewed systematically: from natural occurrence and assays, via biosynthesis, strain development, to industrially-employed biotechnological syntheses and applications.

Author : Basil T. Darras
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 1156 pages
File Size : 28,37 MB
Release : 2014-12-03
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0124171273

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Neuromuscular disorders are diagnosed across the lifespan and create many challenges especially with infants, children and adolescents. This new edition of the definitive reference, edited by the established world renowned authorities on the science, diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular disorders in childhood is a timely and needed resource for all clinicians and researchers studying neuromuscular disorders, especially in childhood. The Second Edition is completely revised to remain current with advances in the field and to insure this remains the standard reference for clinical neurologists and clinical research neurologists. The Second Edition retains comprehensive coverage while shortening the total chapter count to be an even more manageable and effective reference. Carefully revised new edition of the classic reference on neuromuscular disorders in infancy, childhood and adolescence. Definitive coverage of the basic science of neuromuscular disease and the latest diagnosis and treatment best practices. Includes coverage of clinical phenomenology, electrophysiology, histopathology, molecular genetics and protein chemistry

Author : Benjamin T. Wall
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 17,71 MB
Release : 2016-04-19
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1466554274

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Carnitine Metabolism and Human Nutrition offers a contemporary and in-depth look at the biological effects of carnitine metabolism and its application to clinical and sports nutrition, based on decades of robust scientific enquiry. It gathers and distills key results of the last 20 years of carnitine research to provide an invaluable reference tool