Adventures in Food and Nutrition!, 4th Edition
Adventures in Food and Nutrition! is a great resource for helping your students begin an exciting study of nutrition, food management, and preparation. The appealing, youthful writing style and colorful photographs draw students’ attention, and the lower reading level makes this text an excellent choice for younger students and introductory classes. Interesting features appear throughout the text to encourage students to use math and science concepts as they consider the link between nutrition and health. These features also introduce students to food technology innovations, increase their appreciation of diverse cultures, and motivate them to explore careers. In addition, problem-solving scenarios empower students to develop critical-thinking skills as they apply learning.
Table of Contents
Abbreviated Contents
Adventures in Food and Nutrition!, 4th Edition
- Front Matter
- 1 - Food, Nutrition, and You
- 2 - Nutrients: The Building Blocks of Health
- 3 - Your Nutrition Toolbox
- 4 - Weighing Your Choices
- 5 - A Look at the Kitchen
- 6 - Cooking with Microwaves
- 7 - The Cook’s Tools
- 8 - Play It Safe!
- 9 - Keep It Clean!
- 10 - Recipes—Blueprints for Food
- 11 - What’s on the Menu?
- 12 - Smart Shopping
- 13 - Ready, Set, Cook!
- 14 - When You're on the Go
- 15 - Fabulous Fruits
- 16 - Versatile Vegetables
- 17 - Salad Success
- 18 - Great Grains
- 19 - Bountiful Breads
- 20 - Dairy Delights
- 21 - Mervelous Meat and Poultry
- 22 - Savory Seafood
- 23 - Incredible Eggs and Legumes
- 24 - Delicious Desserts
- 25 - A Career to Consider
- Appendix: Food Composition Table
- Photo Credits
- Glossary
- Index