Nutrition for Dummies

Nutrition for Dummies

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Health reporter Carol Ann Rinzler has produced a comprehensive volume ideal for both occasional reference and a more in-depth introduction to nutrition. Nutrition for Dummies discusses vitamins, minerals, fat content, carbohydrates, and more, prescribing practical ways to incorporate more nutritious eating into everyday life. Particularly helpful is the nutrient chart in the back of the book, which includes extensive nutritional information (gleaned from the USDA Nutrient Database) about hundreds of foods and instructions for accessing the entire database via the Web. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Book Description
“Do you want fries with that?”

You probably know the right answer to that question from a nutritional standpoint. In fact, if you’re among the 600f Americans who are overweight, you probably know that you should forgo the burger, too. But good nutrition isn’t just about eating less—it’s about eating right, whether you weigh in at 95 or 295. A perennial favorite, Nutrition for Dummies, 3^rd Edition is packed with practical, sensible advice on healthy eating, cutting calories, and finding a good nutritional balance. Balance is the key word. This book helps you make wise food choices and maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle. You’ll discover how to:

• Interpret nutritional labels and distinguish “good” fat from “bad”
• Preserve nutrients when cooking
• Meet your nutritional needs if you are a vegetarian or a vegan
• Eat smart when you’re eating out
• Select a weight loss plan that works

Written by Carol Ann Rinzler, the author of 20 books on food and health, including Nutrition for Dummies and Controlling Cholesterol For Dummies, this classic guide has been extensively updated; over 250f the material is new and covers the latest information on nutrition, including:

• The lowdown on fat and cholesterol
• New information on genetically engineered foods and biotechnology
• Clarified Dietary Guidelines for Americans, including an updated list of the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs)
• The scoop on energy drinks and trans fats

Complete with a list of superstar foods, ten easy ways to cut calories, and great Web sites loaded with nutritional information, Nutrition for Dummies, 3^rd Edition tells you what you need to know to eat healthier at home or on the go.

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