Ingredients for a healthy life

Readers will learn about many different vegetables and the health benefits of eating a variety every day.

Readers will learn the health benefits of whole grains and the many ways they can be enjoyed.

Explains what makes a food a fruit, the role of fruits in the diet, and shares recipes for desserts, a salad, and beverages featuring fruit.

Readers will be fascinated by the long history of milk products and thrilled to learn that some of their favorite foods can be part of a healthy meal.

Pasta is one of the most versatile foods in any kitchen. It can be served cold or hot, with rich and creamy sauces or a light drizzle of garlic and olive oil. Pasta is great with both vegetables and meat and pairs well with fish, too! Readers will explore many ways to use pasta to make healthy, tasty meals through step-by-step recipes. Enhanced by colorful photographs, pasta s history and healthfulness are detailed in both the main content and cool fact boxes. Age Appropriate and Achievable Content, Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, For Further Information Section, Glossary, Graphic Organizers, Health Content, Index, Science Content, Recipes.

More than 4.4 million tons (4 million mt) of cocoa beans are used to quell the world s need for tasty products each year. But cocoa is used for far more than just chocolate bars. Readers will discover the history and origins of cocoa while they explore a diverse, useful culinary ingredient. Full-color photographs will accompany delicious recipes that use cocoa or chocolate, including mole and a low-sugar granola. Through interesting fact boxes and plenty of food fun, readers will learn how to reap the benefits of cocoa s healthy properties without eating too much dessert! Age Appropriate and Achievable Content, Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, For Further Information Section, Glossary, Graphic Organizers, Health Content, Index, Recipes, Science Content.