Nutrition Concepts And Controversies

Do pregnant women really crave pickles and ice cream? Are carbohydrates good or bad? These and many more topics are explored in NUTRITION: CONCEPTS AND CONTROVERSIES. The Thirteenth Edition of this text dispels common misconceptions about nutrition, and equips you with a thorough understanding of important nutrition concepts and tools that empower you to make informed decisions about your own nutrition choices. Known for its clear explanations that show you how topics relate to your life, the text provides the basics of nutrition—from how to be a good consumer to understanding the science of nutrition—and is packed with interactive learning tools and study aids to help you in your course. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Nourish your mind and body with NUTRITION: CONCEPTS AND CONTROVERSIES. More conversational than a pure-science text, this book explores the essentials of nutrition--including how the body breaks down and uses food, food safety, sports nutrition and special nutritional needs throughout the human life cycle--and asks you to weigh in on relevant debates, such as world hunger, chronic diseases, dietary guidelines and eating patterns. Available with the MindTap learning platform, the 15th edition also offers self-quizzing and activities to propel your learning from memorization to mastery. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Make better food choices and live a healthier life with NUTRITION: CONCEPTS AND CONTROVERSIES. More conversational than a pure-science text, this book explores the essentials of nutrition--including how the body breaks down and uses food, food safety, sports nutrition and special nutritional needs throughout the human life cycle--and asks you to weigh in on relevant debates, such as world hunger, chronic diseases, dietary guidelines and eating patterns. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Do pregnant women really crave pickles and ice cream? Are carbohydrates good or bad? These and many more topics are explored in NUTRITION: CONCEPTS AND CONTROVERSIES. The Thirteenth Edition of this text dispels common misconceptions about nutrition, and equips you with a thorough understanding of important nutrition concepts and tools that empower you to make informed decisions about your own nutrition choices. Known for its clear explanations that show you how topics relate to your life, the text provides the basics of nutrition—from how to be a good consumer to understanding the science of nutrition—and is packed with interactive learning tools and study aids to help you in your course. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

CD-ROM contains: Nutrition Connections by Michelle Grodner.

Includes laminated insert with title: Dietary guidelines for Americans 2005.

Abstract: Principles of nutrition science, guidelines for food choices and techniques for assessing nutrition information are the focuses in this second edition. Explanations are based on general biology; readers do not need a chemistry background. Chapters contain accepted information on nutrition, but controversial issues also are included. Evidence is presented for and against current nutritional claims, such as the relationship of additives, allergies or sugar to hyperactivity. The harm caused by infant formula to babies in developing countries, and trusting your doctor for nutritional advice are other examples of nutritional controversies. Chapters include foodfeatures which relate nutrition information to practical suggestions for shopping, eating out in restaurants, and food preparation. Self-study assignments allow readers to evaluate their own diet. In addition to basic nutrition information, food labeling, additives, and nutrition throughout the life cycle are discussed. Appendices include standard food tables, information on crude fiber content of foods and cholesterol and P/S ratios of food. (rm).

Abstract: Important nutrition facts and principles presented in a comprehensive text on current nutrition concepts and controversies are emphasized in this accompanying study guide. For each chapter, the study guide includes an overview, list of objectives, outline and key terms (with space for reading and lecture notes), definitions, and chapter review questions (i.e. short answer, matching, multiple choice) and answer key. Chapter topics include 1) an overview of the human body, 2) the problem of food choices, 3) nutrient needs and nutrition surveys, 4) energy balance, overweight, and underweight, 5) food composition and safety, and 6) measures for improving one's diet. The following nutrients are examined in detail: carbohydrates (sugar, starch, fiber), lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water. Nutrient requirements throughout the life cycle (i.e. pregnancy, infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood) are also reviewed. Supplementary topics include the role of doctors in nutrition, the appropriateness of dietary guidelines, nutrition and acne, and nutrition and cancer. Appendices list reliable and unreliable sources of nutrition information and present a series of self-study exercises and accompanying forms for evaluating individual dietary and exercise habits. (aje).

The study guide provides students with a detailed review of chapter material, reiterating chapter objectives and key concepts. The guide challenges students with crossword puzzles and matching exercises reviewing glossary terms from the chapter, and probing short answer and essay questions to test the students' overall grasp of the material. Included is a sample test for each chapter, as well as helpful study tips.