Summary Ever since sailors noticed that scurvy could be prevented with citrus fruits, it has been clear that illness could be caused by a lack of certain nutrients. While nutrient-enriched products have reduced diseases caused by vitamin deficiency in the developed countries, the problem continues to plague the developing world. And many in poorer countries suffer from the twin problems of poor nutrition and unsafe water, which create a disease burden that is almost unbearable. Back to the Basics explores the connection between health and the essential requirements that so many people take for granted. It also examines how an overabundance of nutrition - in the form of over-consumption - is causing an epidemic of obesity that is spreading across the globe.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Brad Pitt Trevor White Glenn Beck Martin McDougall
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Nov 2, 2005
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : PBS
Language : English
Filming locations : South Africa
Production companies : WGBH NOVA/WGBH Boston
Summary Ever since sailors noticed that scurvy could be prevented with citrus fruits, it has been clear that illness could be caused by a lack of certain nutrients. While nutrient-enriched products have reduced diseases caused by vitamin deficiency in the developed countries, the problem continues to plague the developing world. And many in poorer countries suffer from the twin problems of poor nutrition and unsafe water, which create a disease burden that is almost unbearable. Back to the Basics explores the connection between health and the essential requirements that so many people take for granted. It also examines how an overabundance of nutrition - in the form of over-consumption - is causing an epidemic of obesity that is spreading across the globe.
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Nov 2, 2005
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : PBS
Language : English
Filming locations : South Africa
Production companies : WGBH NOVA/WGBH Boston
