This book offers focused and concise coverage of all issues relating to malnutrition in the field of neUROLOGIA, and in particular addresses practical aspects of nutritional support from a neUROLOGIA perspective. In addition to providing basic knowledge on important nutritional concepts (body metabolism, assessment and diagnosis of malnutrition, epidemiology, enteral/parenteral nutrition), detailed information is presented on nutritional support for various neurologic disorders handled in a variety of settings, including the neurointensive care unit. Much consideration is also given to the diagnosis and management of dysphagia, which is a common and highly critical cause of malnutrition in these patients. Finally, the newly developing concept of neuronutrition (or brain foods)   the use of certain nutrients for treatment of neurologic disorders   is discussed.