Molecular Nutrition

Molecular Nutrition: Mother and Infant explores the critical role of nutrition during the earliest stages of life, from pre-conception through pregnancy and into infancy. By integrating molecular biology with clinical nutrition, the book explains how dietary factors influence cellular function, gene expression, fetal development, and long-term health outcomes. It bridges basic science and applied practice, offering a comprehensive understanding of how maternal and infant nutrition shapes growth, metabolism, and disease risk across the life course.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage of early-life nutrition, spanning pre-conception, pregnancy, placental function, lactation, and infant feeding
• Strong molecular and genetic foundation, including cell biology, genetic machinery, and regulation of gene expression
• In-depth discussion of fetal programming and epigenetics, such as DNA methylation, microRNAs, transcriptomics, and one-carbon metabolism
• Detailed analysis of key nutrients, including amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds
• Exploration of metabolic and gestational conditions, including glucose metabolism, immunity, overnutrition, and intrauterine growth
• Coverage of genetic risk factors and polymorphisms, including folic acid–related genes and lipid metabolism pathways
• Valuable reference for researchers and clinicians, particularly nutritionists, dietitians, and health professionals focused on maternal and infant health