Trace elements in nutrition of children, II Book

This volume reviews the latest research on trace elements in nutrition of infants and children and describes the applications of this research in the formulation of infant nutrition products. Noted experts discuss the reasoning used in assessing trace mineral requirements, deficiency, and toxicity and evaluate current claims that ultratrace elements are essential for reproduction and pre- and postnatal development. Other contributors examine the metabolism of trace elements during pregnancy and offer guidelines for assessing trace element requirements in full-term and preterm infants.