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How Food Works : The Facts Visually Explained

by D.K. Publishing
How Food Works : The Facts Visually Explained - Thryft
How Food Works : The Facts Visually Explained - Thryft

Nutrition in a nutshell- Discover food facts visually explained.

This book could be a great read for health-conscious individuals who want to expand their knowledge of nutrition with easy-to-understand information. The book's use of infographics and colorful images make the information easily digestible, while its investigation of food claims from a biological perspective provides readers with a deeper level of understanding. The book covers a range of topics including superfoods, diets from around the world, food intolerances, and the social and economic implications of food choices. Overall, How Food Works is an indispensable nutritional guide suitable for both young and old.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

How Food Works : The Facts Visually Explained

by D.K. Publishing
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ISBN: 9780241289396
Author: D.K. Publishing
Publisher: DK Publishing
Date of Publication: 2017-06-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Science, Food & Drink
Related Topics: Education, Health, Cooking, Food
Goodreads rating: 4.27
(rated by 413 readers)

Description

How Food Works is your own friendly nutritionist, on hand to debunk common food myths and give you the answers to those pressing questions with easy-to-swallow information.Today's media is full of new discoveries about food - red wine is good for your heart, caffeine will raise your blood pressure - but is there a biological basis to these claims? How Food Works reveals the facts behind your food, evaluates the benefits of superfoods and antioxidants, and explores behind-the-scenes of modern food production.Delve into the science behind diets including gluten-free and veganism, as well as the benefits of different diets from around the world. Understand what actually makes food organic, how important sell-by dates really are, and how much salt you should actually be eating. Get the answers to dozens more niggling food questions in How Food Works.
 

Nutrition in a nutshell- Discover food facts visually explained.

This book could be a great read for health-conscious individuals who want to expand their knowledge of nutrition with easy-to-understand information. The book's use of infographics and colorful images make the information easily digestible, while its investigation of food claims from a biological perspective provides readers with a deeper level of understanding. The book covers a range of topics including superfoods, diets from around the world, food intolerances, and the social and economic implications of food choices. Overall, How Food Works is an indispensable nutritional guide suitable for both young and old.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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