Powell, Jillian

Provides an introduction to basic nutrition and the relationship between food and health.

Readers will find out about the Vikings' raids, wars, sagas, homes, hunting, family life and so much more in this book. Also includes tantalizing tidbits of information in extra fact boxes that reveal the truth of this sea-faring civilization.

The Roman Empire was one of the world's first superpowers. Romans created many impressive buildings, aqueducts, and more. Some of the greatest thinkers of all time were among the ancient Romans. Yet there was a darker side to this culture. From disgusting foods to crazy emperors, readers will get a thrill learning about this ancient civilization.

The Middle Ages brought us beautiful castles and churches, amazing poetry, and much more. Yet it was a difficult time to be alive especially if you wanted to stay that way. Readers of this book will uncover the dirty secrets of this difficult time period.

From the Greek's Olympic games to their intricate myths, unusual medicines, and ruthless leaders, this book tells the whole truth about the ancient Greeks. The book is full of fascinating fact boxes for extra information on this intriguing culture. Readers will enjoy exploring the ins, outs, and dirty secrets of the ancient Greek civilization.

Gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most interesting, and sometimes disgusting, facets of Egyptian life. In between the high-interest gruesome facts, there is a lot of relevant background information and plenty of little known facts on ancient Egyptian life and culture that will keep readers engaged.

The Aztecs are known to have had a bloody, but extremely interesting, history. This book is full of interesting facts about the Aztecs interesting spiritual beliefs, sports, kings, food, and so much more. The informative text and detailed illustrations will truly fascinate young and older readers, alike.

An introduction to cystic fibrosis that discusses causes, screening, diagnosis, management of the genetic disorder, treatments, and other related topics.

Discusses what fats are, how they are absorbed and stored in the body, how the body uses fats, and health problems caused by fats.

Provides a history of tobacco, discusses the health risks of smoking, and examines the global crisis that smoking has become as well as how it is promoted as glamorous by the media.