title: Diet and nutrition in primary care. From antioxidants to zinc.
abstract: This article reviews the role of diet in primary prevention based on current epidemiologic and clinical studies. Special consideration is given to circumstances which may require individualizing the dietary prescription. The role of dietary supplements in primary care is discussed. Particular emphasis is given to studies highlighting the clinical importance of specific minerals. Additionally, the practical application of antioxidant vitamins is presented in light of recent research findings.
authors.affiliation: Preventive Medicine Group, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
authors.forename: S C
authors.initials: SC
authors.lastname: Halbert
mesh_terms: D000975:Antioxidants / Q000008:administration & dosage; D000529:Complementary Therapies; D004033:Diet Fads; D019587:Dietary Supplements; D006801:Humans; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011320:Primary Health Care; D015032:Zinc / Q000008:administration & dosage
chemical_list: D000975:Antioxidants; D015032:Zinc