In this lecture, the significance of primary nutrients, carbohydrates, proteins & fats in the diet are discussed. The importance of a whole food diet & secondary plant compounds for human health are discussed together with the latest evidence for the essentiality of these compounds for perfect...

The animal husbandry industry has dramatically changed over the last decades. Farm animals are fed recycled animal protein feeds, manure, and petrochemical waste. In addition, a host of drugs, such as antibiotics and growth stimulants are used in industry. The consequences of these practices for...