'An essential introduction to the science of nutrition from all angles. Key points throughout provide a very nice aid to navigating and summarising information. Extensive reference lists are also very helpful. Having links to websites in addition to published literature and textbooks is a rare and welcome feature!'Alexey Morgunov, PhD student, University of Cambridge'A really complete textbook; as a biochemistry student, I really enjoy that this book covers a lot of (the) metabolic processes that play a part in nutrition and even covers (the) histological and physiological aspects of nutrition. An excellent choice for an introduction to nutritional science.'Amador Romero Franco, student, University of Seville, Spain'If I were to pick a phrase to describe my first impressions, it would be that the book contains a "river of insights". The book does not hand-hold the reader, tackling some complex topics with the decisiveness and specificity that they require.'Bret Jones, student, Trinity College Dublin'A good textbook should be a starting point; motivating the student and giving signpost on where to go next, and this is exactly what this book does.

This book sparks and renews interest in nutritional science. I am glad I have this book on my bookshelf.'Helen Llewelyn, student, Anglia Ruskin University'The book does not shy away from introducing and explaining relevant physiological topics (e.g. myofibril contraction theory) as a background for nutritional topics (exercise nutrition in this example). This makes it very valuable as a stand-alone text, particularly for students focused on nutrition without a general biological background.'Saeed Kayhanian, student, University of Cambridge'I think it is probably one of the best single texts in terms of breadth and depth.'Ben Jane, University of St Mark & St John'A good overview of all aspects of human nutrition.

'Dr Ali Hill, Southampton Solent University.