Blake Joan Salge, Munoz Kathy D. Munoz, Volpe Stella (eds.) Nutrition: From Science to You

Pearson, 2010. — 943 p. — ISBN: 0-321-59235-2Nutrition: From Science to You builds on the strengths of its sister book Nutrition & You and takes a personal approach to introductory nutrition in the majors market. This book is geared towards visual learners and aids students in applying the material they learn to themselves and their future clients and patients.This text personalizes information for students to engage them in the subject matter, while retaining the scientific rigor needed. Innovative pedagogical features include the Visual Summary Tables, which present key information in the micronutrients chapters to support students as visual learners, and Table Tips throughout the book, which give students practical ways to improve their eating habits.What Is Nutrition?
Tools for Healthy Eating
Digestion, Absorption, and Transport
Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fiber
Fats, Oils, and Other Lipids
Proteins and Amino Acids
Alcohol
Metabolism
Fat-soluble Vitamins
Water-soluble Vitamins
Water
Major Minerals
Trace Minerals
Energy Balance and Body Composition
Weight Management
Nutrition and Fitness
Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy through Infancy
Life Cycle Nutrition: Toddlers through Adolescence
Life Cycle Nutrition: Adults through the Later Years
Food Safety and Technology
Hunger at Home and Abroad