The Real Vitamin and Mineral Book: Using Supplements for Optimum Health

US: Penguin Publishing Group, 1997. Very Good. Originally published in 1997, The Real Vitamin and Mineral Book was one of the first of its kind in the health market. In this new and expanded editio n, Dr. Shari Lieberman and Nancy Bruning describe how anyone can design a p ersonalized core supplement program of essential vitamins and minerals. While implementing the latest research, the authors expertly cut through th e confusing fads and hype surrounding exotic (and less essential) nutrients to help people decide which vitamins and minerals are necessary in their d iets, and the appropriate dosage. Lieberman and Bruning show how the essent ial vitamins, minerals, and nutrients can strengthen the immune system, fig ht illness, slow aging, and maximize health. Included in the book are sampl e worksheets and supplement checklists to assist readers in incorporating t hese important, healthful supplements into their busy lifestyles. Author Biography: Shari Lieberman, Ph.D., a certified nutrition specialist runs a private practice as a clinical nutritionist in New York City, where she frequently counsels women on weight loss. She is a faculty member at th e University of Bridgeport, School of Human Nutrition graduate program. Pub lished extensively in medical journals, Lieberman appears regularly as a he alth expert on CNN and MSNBC. Nancy Bruning is a professional writer, specializing in the areas of health, fitness, and the environment. She is the author or coauthor of more than twenty books.