This exceptional resource offers a broad review of the structure and
function of the human body. Each chapter is dedicated to a particular organ
system, providing medical and allied health students and professionals with
quick and comprehensive coverage of anatomy and physiology.

Features:

• All concepts are reinforced by detailed overviews at
  the beginning of each chapter, and summaries at the end
  
• In-depth information on cell-biology, genetics, and
  human evolution provides a conceptual framework for understanding the human body
  
• Detailed text complements 271 full-color illustrations
  to help readers visualize and grasp complex subjects
  
• Key sections on how antioxidants and active substances
  in plants affect the digestive system

First year medical students and allied health professionals will benefit from the text's extensive scope and clear presentation. Knowledge of the human body's structures and functions is essential for every level of practice, and this indispensable guide is a definitive encyclopedia on the subject.

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