Nutrition Now (with Interactive Learning Guide)

by Brown, Judith E.

• ISBN13: 9780495117698
• ISBN10: 0495117692
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-05-01
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing

Summary

NUTRITION NOW is your best option to learn about basic nutrition principles and ways you can make the right decisions for meeting your own nutrition needs. The applied, consumer-oriented approach puts you in the driver seat and will show you that there is a lot to learn about the science of nutrition. Additionally, the unique modular format, comprised of 32 individual units, focuses the content into manageable chunks, making it easier to read and retain the material. This edition incorporates up-to-date coverage of the newest research and emerging issues in nutrition. The interactive pedagogical features of this text, along with the author's direct and friendly writing style, make it a favorite among readers. There is also a new "Interactive Learning Guide" available that includes a variety activities that will help you assess and apply your new found knowledge.

Table of Contents

Key Nutrition Concepts And Terms

The Inside Story About Nutrition And Health

The Ways Of Knowing About Nutrition

Understanding Food And Nutrition Labels

Nutrition Attitudes And Behaviors

Healthful Diets: Mypyramid, The Dietary Guidelines, And More

How The Body Uses Food: Digestion And Absorption

Calories! Food, Energy, and Energy Balance

Obesity And Underweight: The Highs And Lows Of Weight Status

Weight Control: The Myths And Realities

Disordered Eating: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia, And Pica

Useful Facts About Sugars, Starches, And Fiber

Diabetes Now

Alcohol: The Positives And Negatives

Proteins And Amino Acids

Vegetarian Diets

Food Allergies And Intolerances

Fats And Cholesterol In Health

Nutrition And Heart Disease

Vitamins And Your Health

Phytochemicals And Genetically Modified Food

Diet And Cancer

Good Things To Know About Minerals

Dietary Supplements And Functional Foods

Water Is An Essential Nutrient

Nutrient-Gene Interactions In Health And Disease

Nutrition And Physical Fitness For Everyone

Nutrition And Physical Performance

Good Nutrition For Life: Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, And Infancy

Nutrition For The Growing Years: Childhood Through Adolescents

Nutrition And Health Maintenance For Adults Of All Ages

The Multiple Dimensions Of Food Safety

Aspects Of Global Nutrition

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