Nutrition and your body

Examines how dairy functions in the human body, and the dangers associated with it. Includes color photographs, a glossary, a list of facts, primary sources, critical thinking questions, and online resources.

Examines the essential function of carbohydrates in the human body, and the differences between simple and complex carbs. Also discusses the relationship between carbs and weight loss, suggesting a healthy balance of complex carbs. Includes color photographs, a glossary, a list of facts, primary sources, critical thinking questions, and online resources.

"Gluten is found in wheat and some other grains. It's in foods people eat every day. Many people can eat it without problems. Others have a disease that makes gluten damage their bodies. Your Body on Gluten uncovers the nutritional benefits of foods containing gluten, how gluten interacts with the body, and how to include it as part of a balanced diet. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--From the publisher's web site.

Salt is the only rock people eat. The human body needs it to survive. But it does not need much. Your Body on Salt uncovers the nutritional benefits of salt, how it interacts with the body, and how to include it as part of a balanced diet. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

"Sugar makes foods sweet. It is found naturally in many foods and is added to others. Too much sugar can cause health problems . . . uncovers the nutritional benefits of sugar, how it interacts with the body, and how to include it as part of a balanced diet"--Publisher.

"Most people around the world enjoy caffeine. This drug helps people feel awake. It can have some benefits, but it also has risks . . . uncovers the nutritional benefits of caffeine, its risks, and how much nutritionists recommend consuming each day"--Publisher.