About the Book Food is life's basic ingredient and has to be selectively eaten and cared for. No wonder, it is a science and is developing fast; it is taught in universities, suitable and new researches are being carried out. But it can be, and should be thoroughly studied by the common educated viewers because it is a matter of family and daily concerns.
The present excellent work on the subject is authored by a well known authority who has studied it, as well as teaches at a university. It will supply one with important information about eating healthier and control his diet intakes and nutrition. It is an invaluable addition to the libraries of foods the world over, service professionals and chefs and students of ordinary skills.
About the Author Meenu Grover has obtained her Masters Degree and Ph.D. in Food and Nutrition Science and possesses a brilliant academic record from Jadavpur University, Kolkata. She is a registered dietitian and has deduced her own unique approach to personal diet and lifestyle therapy with a holistic view. She is presently engaged as a Lecturer in Government Home Science College, Chandigarh. The book is interesting, precise with a good compilation of facts. Recommended and ready reference for students of Nutrition.
Preface Food is any substance consumed by living organisms, including liquid drinks. It is the main source of energy and of nutrition for animals, and is usually of animal or plant origin. Nutrition is the way our bodies take in and use food. Foods that are great sources of nutrition are called nutrients. There are six different types of nutrients carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water. Nutrients give us energy, growth, help repair body tissues, and regulate body functions. Therefore each nutrient can be vital to our health. Absence of adequate nutrients can cause certain diseases to take hold that can potentially result in death.
IntroductionNutrition begins with food. The science of nutrition concerns everything that the body does with food in order to live, function, grow, and heal. Foods that are eaten on a regular basis make up a diet. Although geographic location and family traditions play major parts in forming dietary habits, food choices vary from person to person.
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