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Nutrition and Health
4 Reviews
(4)
YA
Nutrition and Health series.
Plenty of valid research studies are cited in this series. Though information that a poor diet can lead to stroke and heart disease may not resonate with teen readers, current trends, such as energy drinks and celebrity endorsements of junk food products, are covered and may spark some interest. Stock photos, useful sidebars, and "Nutrition Fact" trivia support the main texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Nutrition and Health titles: Diet and Disease, Junk Food Junkies, and Food Myths and Facts.
Reviewer: Bridget McCaffrey
(4)
YA
Nutrition and Health series.
Plenty of valid research studies are cited in this series. Though information that a poor diet can lead to stroke and heart disease may not resonate with teen readers, current trends, such as energy drinks and celebrity endorsements of junk food products, are covered and may spark some interest. Stock photos, useful sidebars, and "Nutrition Fact" trivia support the main texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Nutrition and Health titles: Diet and Disease, Junk Food Junkies, and Food Myths and Facts.
Reviewer: Bridget McCaffrey
(4)
YA
Nutrition and Health series.
Plenty of valid research studies are cited in this series. Though information that a poor diet can lead to stroke and heart disease may not resonate with teen readers, current trends, such as energy drinks and celebrity endorsements of junk food products, are covered and may spark some interest. Stock photos, useful sidebars, and "Nutrition Fact" trivia support the main texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Nutrition and Health titles: Diet and Disease, Junk Food Junkies, and Food Myths and Facts.
Reviewer: Bridget McCaffrey
(4)
YA
Nutrition and Health series.
Focusing primarily on the deleterious health effects of a meat-based diet, Traugh also touches on other reasons for choosing vegetarianism, including religious, ethical, and environmental concerns. Despite a few gaps (e.g., the use of the old food pyramid) and inconsistencies (overlooking some facts while excessively detailing others), this book is a solid introduction. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Bridget McCaffrey
4 reviews
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