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Your Pregnancy Quick Guide: Nutrition And Weight Management (Your Pregnancy)

Glade Curtis, Judith Schuler

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Total reviews: 3 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Nothing Spectacular 3 out of 5 stars.
10 of 11 people found this review helpful.

I bought this small guide thinking it would clarify exactly what I should be keeping in mind nutrition-wise being 3 months pregnant ( I had found What to Expect's nutrition section somewhat hard to follow). This very short book had a LOT of repetition and, in some instances, displayed a poor editing job (under the heading of Peanut Allergies you will find the suggestion that you should really eliminate fish, eggs and cows milk from your diet to avoid exposing your baby to some common allergens--whether during pregnancy or while breastfeeding is unclear, while a chapter ago the book strongly advocated 12 ounces of fish per week). All in all, this book did have good information and good looking recipes (hence the three stars) but could have been much better, and I did not find that the quality justified an $8 price tag.

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* Sample meal plans for pregnancy, as well as breastfeeding and bottle feeding mothers* Advice on managing special needs: from cravings to morning sickness* Cooking tips for safe and nutritious meals and snacks* Information on food groups, serving sizes, and suggestions for eating wisely

The Optimum Nutrition Bible

Patrick Holford

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Total reviews: 12 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

The optimum nutrition bible 1 out of 5 stars.
17 of 39 people found this review helpful.

This man who presents himself as an authority on nutrition is extremely dangerous. Without any reservation, I consider him a quake. His "knowledge" is largely anecdotical and questionable as the least. Furthermore the man has a vested interest in advising supplementing with huge quantities of vitamins and minerals. He has his own brand. Growing up, I never took any vitamin or mineral supplements on a regular basis. On the odd occasions that I had any need for nutritional support, I went to my doctor for controlled supplementation of limited dosage.

Don't buy this book! Rather look at "You are what you eat" by Kirsten Harvig and let food be your medicine. Listen to traditional wisdom.

You've been warned. Keep away from this dangerous quake!

If I could have gone any lower, I'd have given this book and author zero stars.

Editorial Review:

Since it was first published in 1997, THE OPTIMUM NUTRITION BIBLE has revolutionized health by showing more than half a million readers how to achieve a profound sense of well-being by devising the best possible intake of nutrients for their unique biochemical makeup. THE NEW OPTIMUM NUTRITION BIBLE presents the latest research from Britain’s top nutrition expert Patrick Holford, with new chapters on stimulants, water, eating right for your blood type, detox, homocysteine, and toxic minerals. You’ll learn to analyze your symptoms, lifestyle, and eating habits in order to formulate a personal ideal diet and vitamin regimen. Once optimum nutrition is in place, you can look forward to a consistent high level of energy, emotional balance, alertness, physical fitness, resilience against infectious diseases, and longevity.

Nutrition for Serious Athletes

Dan, Ph.D. Benardot

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Total reviews: 6 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

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As a competitive athlete, you know that what you eat and drink can significantly affect performance. And when you compete at a high level, the types, amounts, and timing of foods, fluids, and supplements is especially critical. Nutrition for Serious Athletes combines the latest research and the training experiences of top athletes to provide detailed eating plans for strength, power, and endurance sports.

Author Dan Benardot helps you tailor your diet to the needs of your sport and time your meals for training and competition. As the national team nutritionist for USA Gymnastics, Benardot helped the 1996 Olympic women’s gymnastic team to a gold medal. Currently the co-director of Laboratory for Elite Athlete Performance at Georgia State University, he has also worked with professional basketball and hockey teams as well as other individual sports professionals.

If you are dedicated to being the best athlete you can be, you owe it to yourself to bring this book to the training table. No matter what your sport, Nutrition for Serious Athletes will provide you with expert advice to maximize your training and improve your performance.

Eat well stay well

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Total reviews: 3 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Most informative book I have ever read!!! 5 out of 5 stars.
11 of 11 people found this review helpful.

This book is NOT just another cookbook!!! Not only are there recipes, there are hundreds and hundreds of facts about what foods can help you prevent certain diseases, cancer, etc!! A must have for the beginning health-nut or the master in healthy eating! Always something interesting to learn each time opened!!!! BUY THIS BOOK!!! I know it is kind of pricey! SO WHAT? Doctor's bills cost much more!

One Great Cookbook 5 out of 5 stars.
6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

I am hoping that a sequal to this cookbook comes out soon. I use this book more than any other cookbook I have. The recipes are healthy and delicious. I find it very useful with my weight watchers cooking since it lists the nutritional information for each recipe.

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Eat Well Stay Well highlights nutritional "power" foods and turns them into tempting dishes. Find recipes that are a delicious source of fiber and more from legumes, nuts and seeds (Walnut Bread); top sources of B vitamins from grains and pasta (Pasta with Butternut Squash Sauce); packed with iron and protein from lean meats (Quick Beef Burgundy); and rich in calcium and vitamin A from dairy and eggs (Lemon-Lime Cheesecake). The ultimate reference for anyone interested in learning the secrets of eating well and staying well.

The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition (Complete Guides)

Anita Bean

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Total reviews: 4 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Nothing New. 2 out of 5 stars.
3 of 6 people found this review helpful.

I had high hopes for this book having something new to offer. I've read a lot of books on the subject and found nothing new that can't be found on the internet for free. The author is also from Europe and her constant reference to kg vs. lbs. is somewhat annoying. Not her fault mind you, just annoying for American readers.

I am not saying that the author's book is bad, just the same old information that's been around for years. If you're serious about sports nutrition I suggest you read Sports & Exercise Nutrition by William D. McArdle. Its a college textbook that offers a strong insight into nutrition.

Some may find the book too technical, but how else can you understand the science behind such a scientific topic.

Good luck.

Editorial Review:

Aimed at all sports people, this book shows how improved nutrition can help to improve performance, boost energy levels and reach higher competitive standards. It offers advice on topics such as training diet, carbohydrate requirements, fluid intake, weight management and disordered eating.

Nutrition and Health in Developing Countries (Nutrition and Health) (Nutrition and Health)

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In Nutrition and Health in Developing Countries, a team of leading public health and infectious disease experts, epidemiologists, and clinical nutritionists break new ground by reviewing the major health problems of these countries and detailing the role that role that poor nutrition plays in their etiology. In their treatment of the epidemiology, prevention, and control of these health problems, the contributors examine a variety of such pressing medical problems as maternal mortality, low birth weight, infant mortality, and child growth and development, as well as the most significant associated diseases (measles, malaria, tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, diarrhea, and respiratory disease). Innovative and interdisciplinary, Nutrition and Health in Developing Countries synthesizes the latest knowledge concerning the major infectious disease and nutritional problems of developing countries and demonstrates the fundamental importance of addressing the problems of malnutrition and "hidden hunger" (vitamin and mineral deficiencies) needed to resolve those all too widespread health problems.

Super Nutrition for Men: Using Nutrition to Protect, Heal, and Supercharge Your Body

Ph. D., CNS, Ann Louise Gittleman

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By following the simple programs outlined in this clear guide, a man can become stronger and healthier than he might have thought possible. Here are innovative programs for protecting the prostate, healing the heart, supercharging sex, controlling hair loss, overcoming addictions, and reducing stress, with recommendations for eating at home and on the go.

Nutrition Now (with Interactive Learning Guide)

Judith E. Brown

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Nutrition 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

I needed this book for a class this semester. Everything is informative and the price off of amazon is the best.

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NUTRITION NOW is your best option to learn about basic nutrition principles and ways you can make the right decisions for meeting your own nutrition needs. The applied, consumer-oriented approach puts you in the driver seat and will show you that there is a lot to learn about the science of nutrition. Additionally, the unique modular format, comprised of 32 individual units, focuses the content into manageable chunks, making it easier to read and retain the material. This edition incorporates up-to-date coverage of the newest research and emerging issues in nutrition. The interactive pedagogical features of this text, along with the author's direct and friendly writing style, make it a favorite among readers. There is also a new "Interactive Learning Guide" available that includes a variety activities that will help you assess and apply your new found knowledge.

Living Longer for Dummies

Walter M. Bortz, Rich Tennant

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What’s the average human life span...72 years...78 years? Actually, science has determined that humans were designed to live 120 years, and that, until now, most people died too soon. It’s also now clear that most of the maladies we commonly associate with aging, such as frailty, senility, and arthritis aren’t part of nature’s plan, but the result of other factors such as bad nutrition, disease ,and disuse. Best of all is the news that, no matter how old you are or what shape you’re in, you can take steps to reverse the aging process that has already occurred in you and to slow your rate of aging in the future.

You’re never too old–or too young–to begin living a longer, healthier life, and Living Longer For Dummies can show you how. Written by a leading national expert on aging, it’s packed with life-changing tips on nutrition, exercise, attitude and behavior, that can help enhance and sustain your physical and psychological well- being to age 100 and beyond. You’ll discover how to:

• Slow your rate of aging
• Reverse many of the effects of aging
• Avoid maladies associated with age
• Keep your mind and senses sharp
• Maintain limberness and muscle tone
• Keep your energy level high
• Rebound from illness
• Stay sexually active

Dr. Bortz shatters common myths about aging and explains, in plain English, what science now knows about the normal aging process in humans. And he explores a wide range of life-prolonging topics, including:

• Getting good health care
• Exercising to stay healthy for life
• Eating right for a long life
• Getting adequate rest and relaxation
• Using alternative medicine and exercise techniques
• Maintaining brain-power
• Having sex to prolong your life and coping with sexual difficulties
• Handling health crises

The number of people age 100 and older increases a whopping 8 percent every year in the United States? If you choose to, you can become one of them someday. Let Living Longer For Dummies show you how.

Food and Culture

Pamela Goyan Kittler, Kathryn P. Sucher

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Yum to both tastes and territories 4 out of 5 stars.
8 of 9 people found this review helpful.

Many discussions of cultural difference gnaw on intangibles. Communication styles, values, equity, political correctness and globalization strategies may be cut up to be analyzed or chewed with passion, but often remain abstract, easy to deny, hard to concretize and forever shifting. Not so food. "You eat what you are," exclaim the authors of Food and Culture. The visible variety of the table gives a rich taste of the history, habits and behaviors of people, and often provide handles for grasping the less concrete aspects of culture.

Kittler, a nutrition consultant, and Sucher, a professor of Food Science, have ostensibly written a textbook for health and food service professionals. Food and Culture, however, reaches far beyond ingredients and dishes on the table in diverse US households, cafeterias, restaurants and hospitals. Food in almost every instance transcends simple nourishment. It has inevitably interpersonal, aesthetic, social, religious, demographic and even political implications. Food is the staff of life in the fullest sense of the word, whether it be anchored in bread, rice, tortillas or taro root. It deserves more attention from interculturalists and diversity trainers in general than it usually gets.

The diversity of diet found among the various groups in the USA is the meat of this book. However, starting with Native Americans and moving through the waves of immigration, this means just about everybody in the world. The authors distill this breadth and complexity by a clear focus on health, broadly understood as physical, psychological and social. They describe how the diverse US population, both by ethnicity and region, express their traditional culinary preferences as well as lift the lid on what is being cooked up in the stew pot of assimilation. In all this they never lose sight of how the health care practitioner like a good maitre d' can competently interpret, assist and advise.

The book opens with an overview of how food and culture relate to each other and to traditional health beliefs and practices. Kittler and Sucher recognize that counselors, educators and healthcare professionals need interpersonal cultural competence, and provide them with a high-caloric chapter on intercultural communication, geared to their specific needs and activities. While many diversity initiatives avoid the treacle of religion, it is an essential ingredient for digesting the topic of eating habits. Food and Culture contains not only an introductory chapter on Food and Religion, but returns to the theme whenever discussing a specific group requires it.

Kittler and Sucher have a set menu for serving up each cultural group. They ready the table with its history in the US. As an aperitif, they describe its "worldview," in particular the institutions of religion and family. The entree is a buffet of the group's common foods and ingredients, laid out to show how meals are composed and served daily, as well as on festive occasions. This is followed by a main dish, the story of what various foods mean to the group and how therapeutic beliefs and practices surround their consumption. Finally, there is a digestive look at how the group has adapted its food habits in the USA and the practical implications for dieticians and healthcare workers dealing with members of the group.

Offering "international food days" in company cafeterias by featuring various cultures or highlighting them in catering events have often been pooh-poohed as "diversity lite" or at best, icing on the cake. Certainly this need not be the case if one were to enrich such events with an educational surround drawn from insights provided by Goyan and Sucher. In any event, this book has a place in every corporate diversity library and trainer's bookshelf. Its contents should be used to provide educational nutrients as well as spice to diversity programs and presentations.

Finally, despite its systemic organization and somewhat reference-book appearance-almost 500 pages of text, charts and images-this new edition of Food and Culture is simply a good read. I was able to finish this review only because there were no recipes included. Otherwise I would still be cooking!

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FOOD AND CULTURE is the market-leading text for the cultural foods courses, providing information on the health, culture, food, and nutrition habits of the most common ethnic and racial groups living in the United States. It is designed to help health professionals, chefs, and others in the food service industry learn to work effectively with members of different ethnic and religious groups in a culturally sensitive manner. Authors Pamela Goyan Kittler and Kathryn P. Sucher include comprehensive coverage of key ethnic, religious, and regional groups, including Native Americans, Europeans, Africans, Mexicans and Central Americans, Caribbean Islanders, South Americans, Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, Southeast Asians, Pacific Islanders, People of the Balkans, Middle Easterners, Asian Indians, and regional Americans.