nutrition

Describes good nutrition and its benefits and suggests ways for young people to improve their diet and control their weight.

Describes the benefits, challenges, and steps to switching to a vegetarian diet. Includes recipes, facts and charts, a glossary, and sources of more information.

Poses a scientific puzzle that provides readers with information on the types of food people need to eat to stay healthy, and includes related activities.

Discusses the organs and function of the human digestive system, nutrients essential for good health and how they are processed by the body, and medical treatments of digestive disorders.

Discusses the function of the digestive system, the importance of food, and the consequences of poor nutrition.

Discusses the role of food, what it does and how it acts inside the body, through explanatory text and science activities.

Alberto Hidalgo-Robert reflects on his lifelong struggle with obesity, discusses how he overcame his food addiction, and offers tips and recipes for readers facing the same battle.

"Are you considering going vegan, but you're not sure how to start? Are you already committed to an animal-free diet, but are unclear about how to get proper nutrients? Vegan for Life is your comprehensive, go-to guide for optimal plant-based nutrition. Registered dietitians and long-time vegans Jack Norris and Virginia Messina debunk some of the most persistent myths about vegan nutrition and provide essential information about getting enough calcium and protein, finding the best supplements, and understanding the "real deal" about soy. Covering everything from a six-step transition plan to meeting calorie and nutrient needs during pregnancy and breastfeeding, Vegan for Life is the guide for aspiring and veteran vegans alike, complete with an easy-to-use food chart, tasty substitutions, sample menus, and expansive resources"--.

This book is a collection of articles in which authors debate whether modern industrial food is nutritious, whether organic foods are healthier than non-organic foods, whether mandatory nutrition labeling will help people make healthful food choices, and whether food stamp programs cause obesity.