Applied Physiology, Including the Effects of Alcohol and Narcotics by Frank Overton

"Applied Physiology, Including the Effects of Alcohol and Narcotics" by Frank Overton is a scientific publication likely written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a primary textbook aimed at introducing the principles of applied physiology to a younger audience, focusing on fundamental concepts of the human body and the influence of substances like alcohol and narcotics on health. The text is designed to make complex physiological topics accessible and relevant to everyday life, particularly concerning child development. At the start of the book, the author outlines the foundational concepts of physiology, describing the human body as a system composed of various cells and their functions. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding these cells in relation to their roles in growth, nutrition, and health. The opening chapters introduce topics such as the structure of cells, basic digestion processes, and essential nutrients, while also starting to address the implications of alcohol and narcotics, indicating a focus on promoting a healthy lifestyle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Overton, Frank, 1867-
LoC No. 10010256
Title Applied Physiology, Including the Effects of Alcohol and Narcotics
Credits E-text prepared by Larry B. Harrison and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Reading Level Reading ease score: 93.4 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class QP: Science: Physiology
Subject Physiology
Category Text
eBook-No. 32251
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Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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