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Science, Society, and the Supermarket
The Opportunities and Challenges of Nutrigenomics
by David Castle
Science, Society, and the Supermarket discusses the many ethical, legal, and social challenges presented by nutrigenomics.
Concerning itself with the basic uses of nutrigenomic research as well as its clinical and commercial aspects, this text sheds light on such issues as:
- Opportunities and challenges for nutrigenomics
- The science of nutrigenomics
- The ethics of nutrigenomic tests and information both in a clinical setting and by private third parties
- Alternatives for nutrigenomics service delivery
- Nutrigenomics and the regulation of health claims for foods and drugs
- Equity and access to nutrigenomics in industrialized and developing countries
- Intellectual property issues
By taking a proactive bioethical stance on the subject, Science, Society, and the Supermarket offers a thorough and timely analysis on both the benefits and risks of nutrigenomics.
Contents
1. Nutritional Genomics: Opportunities and Challenges
- What is Nutritional Genomics?
- Methodology and Approach of this Book
- Opportunities and Challenges for Nutrigenomics
- Challenges and a Road Map of This Book
2. The Science of Nutrigenomics and Nutrigenetics
- The Scientific Context
- The Case of MTHFR
- Room for Improvement
- Science and Technology Assessment
3. The Ethics of Nutrigenomic Tests and Information
- Ethical Principles
- Nutrigenomics Testing in the Clinical Setting
- Use of Nutrigenomics Information for Research
- Use of Nutrigenomics Information by Private Third Parties
4. Alternatives for Nutrigenomic Service Delivery
- Considerations for Nutrigenomic Service Delivery
- Four Alternative Models
5. Nutrigenomics and the Regulation of Health Claims for Foods and Drugs
- Food Categories: Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals, Medicinal Foods, and Dietary Supplements
- Health-Related Claims Associated with Foods Compared to Drugs
- Nutrigenomic Information and the Regulation of Foods Compared to Drugs
- Food and Drug Regulations in Japan, the United States, and Canada
6. Nutrigenomics: Justice, Equity, and Access
- Industrialized Country Context
- Developing Country Context
- Nutrigenomics and Intellectual Property
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Science, Society, and the Supermarket
The Opportunities and Challenges of Nutrigenomics
by David Castle
2007 • 163 pages • $72.95 + shipping
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