Encyclopedia of Foods: A Guide to Healthy Nutrition

Encyclopedia of Foods: A Guide to Healthy Nutrition
ISBN-10
0080530877
ISBN-13
9780080530871
Category
Technology & Engineering
Pages
516
Language
English
Published
2002-01-13
Publisher
Elsevier
Authors
Experts from Dole Food Company, Experts from The Mayo Clinic, Experts from UCLA Center for H

Description

The Encyclopedia of Foods: A Guide to Healthy Nutrition is a definitive resource for what to eat for maximum health as detailed by medical and nutritional experts. This book makes the connection between health, disease, and the food we eat. The Encyclopedia describes more than 140 foods, providing information on their history, nutrient content, and medical uses. The Encyclopedia also describes the "fit kitchen", including the latest in food safety, equipment and utensils for preparing fit foods, and ways to modify favorite recipes to ensure health and taste. Details healthy eating guidelines based on the RDA food pyramid Provides scientific basis and knowledge for specific recommendations Beautifully illustrated Extensive list of reliable nutrition resources Describes the fit kitchen from the latest in food safety to equipment and utensils for preparing fit foods to ways to modify favorite recipes to ensure health and taste

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