Introduction
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Introduction
Nutrition & Wellness for Life stresses the crucial roles nutritious diet and daily
physical activity play in health throughout the life span. The text will help you
understand how your decisions affect your state of wellness at the various stages
of the life cycle.
The body’s need for various nutrients may be greater at some stages of the life
cycle. This text helps you understand the sources and functions of the nutrients
your body requires for a lifetime of optimal health. You will learn how to achieve
healthy weight and body composition by balancing energy. The text also discusses
the health consequences and possible causes of abnormal eating and exercise patterns.
Nutrition & Wellness for Life explores strategies for staying physically active
through the life span. It covers the special needs of the competitive athlete. The
text also discusses the relationship between social and mental health and your
nutrition and activity. You will learn to recognize sources of stress and healthy
strategies for reducing their impact on your total wellness.
Healthy eating requires planning and preparation. The text discusses safe
food handling as well as healthy menu planning and food preparation techniques.
It also explores considerations when selecting various nutrition and wellness
products and services.