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Nutrition Research: Concepts and Applications, Second Edition assists students in developing the skills necessary to become knowledgeable consumers of research, conducting and documenting research projects, and using research findings in the classroom and in supervised practice. The Second Edition makes research articles approachable and understandable so students can feel confident reading and interpreting primary research and narrative and systematic reviews. In turn, this text also helps students understand and access practice guidelines to enable their participation in evidence-based nutrition and dietetics practice.

Nutrition Research, Second Edition provides numerous examples of concepts, ample practice opportunities using questions tied to actual studies, and occasions for step-by-step mastery of concepts. This valuable text starts with the basics and is comprehensive in its approach, making it ideal for undergraduate students as well as graduate students.

New & Key Topics:

• Includes clear guidelines for many research activities, such as evaluating articles and the various steps in the research process.
• Features a NEW chapter on disseminating research based on the intended audience, covering oral presentations, poster presentations, publications, and blogs.
• Highlights premier sources of evidence in nutrition research, such as the Evidence Analysis Library and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Discusses the varied types of literature reviews, empowering students to synthesize the literature.
• Features a chapter devoted to obtaining funding for research and programs.