Nutrition For Dummies [Paperback]

Carol Ann Rinzler (Author)

Book Description

Series: For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback) | Publication Date: November 21, 2003

“Do you want fries with that?”

You probably know the right answer to that question from a nutritional standpoint. In fact, if you’re among the 60% of Americans who are overweight, you probably know that you should forgo the burger, too. But good nutrition isn’t just about eating less—it’s about eating right, whether you weigh in at 95 or 295. A perennial favorite, Nutrition for Dummies, 3^rd Edition is packed with practical, sensible advice on healthy eating, cutting calories, and finding a good nutritional balance. Balance is the key word. This book helps you make wise food choices and maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle. You’ll discover how to:

• Interpret nutritional labels and distinguish “good” fat from “bad”
• Preserve nutrients when cooking
• Meet your nutritional needs if you are a vegetarian or a vegan
• Eat smart when you’re eating out
• Select a weight loss plan that works

Written by Carol Ann Rinzler, the author of 20 books on food and health, including Nutrition for Dummies and Controlling Cholesterol For Dummies, this classic guide has been extensively updated; over 25% of the material is new and covers the latest information on nutrition, including:

• The lowdown on fat and cholesterol
• New information on genetically engineered foods and biotechnology
• Clarified Dietary Guidelines for Americans, including an updated list of the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs)
• The scoop on energy drinks and trans fats

Complete with a list of superstar foods, ten easy ways to cut calories, and great Web sites loaded with nutritional information, Nutrition for Dummies, 3^rd Edition tells you what you need to know to eat healthier at home or on the go.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Health reporter Carol Ann Rinzler has produced a comprehensive volume ideal for both occasional reference and a more in-depth introduction to nutrition. Nutrition for Dummies discusses vitamins, minerals, fat content, carbohydrates, and more, prescribing practical ways to incorporate more nutritious eating into everyday life. Particularly helpful is the nutrient chart in the back of the book, which includes extensive nutritional information (gleaned from the USDA Nutrient Database) about hundreds of foods and instructions for accessing the entire database via the Web. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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"...excellent fad-free, essential and accurate advice..." (Prizes Galore, Dec 05) "...a definitive guide for anyone who cares about what they eat..." (Doncaster Advertiser, 2nd December 2005) "...a very useful reference...everything you need to know about the subject..." (Newark Advertiser, 6th January 06) "...presents you with all the latest myth-busting research..." (Doncaster Advertiser, 02/12/05) "...the reference no kitchen should be without..." (England Weekly News, 7th January 2006) "...ignores every fad going and instead concentrates on giving accurate advice to help readers navigate the world of food..." (Scotland's Weekly News, January 27th 2006) "...an invaluable guide to navigating the maze of fashionable diets...provides solid, scientifically-based, easy to follow advice..." (Choice Magazine, Feb 06) "...it's finally here...a great read for both beginners and experts..." (Natural Products Magazine, April 2006) "...continues the brand's tradition of making knowledge accessible and fun, making food selection foolproof for ... us ..." (Pride, April 2006) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 408 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 3 edition (November 21, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764540823
• ISBN-13: 978-0764540820
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 7.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #984,889 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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158 of 165 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Super book, best ever on easy to follow nut. for begginners., July 29, 1998

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Carrie (Richmond, VA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nutrition for Dummies (Paperback)

Love the book. This book is perfect for the begginning dieter. Usually when someone starts a new lifestyle, which includes a change in activity level and/or diet, they do not know much about what they need to do, as far as exercise, and how they need to eat to accomplish the goals they want. I am a exercise sports science major with a minor in nutrition and I have reccommended this book to many of my personal training clients. Reason being b/c as everyone knows you can not just start an exercise routine, you must change and modify your diet to see good results. Your body needs the right type of fuel and the right amount. This book explains in easy to follow terms how to go about changing your diet to a more healthy one. If you are trying to change your diet, knowing what you should be doing and eating is the place to start. Knowledge is a great thing! Buy the book you will be glad you did.

42 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you, Ms. Rinzler!, June 27, 2001

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This review is from: Nutrition for Dummies (Paperback)

I got this book as a wedding shower present less than 4 years ago and my copy is already bent back at the spine and dog-eared to beat the band. What this book is is a wonderful, sometimes funny and always informative guide to basic nutrition. Ms. Rinzler explains very complex ideas simply and competently in 'real people' language without pouring 'sugar' on them to make them more palatable - she explains things how they really are, which helps enormously in demystifying natural biological processes and how our body uses and then discards everything we put into it. Two years ago, I (5'6" female) made the scales groan at 171.6 american pounds. Thanks in part to this book, I now weigh a much healthier 129.8 pounds.

I definitely recommend this book to anyone who wants to get a handle on their own nutrition and who want to be in charge of what goes on their plate and into their mouth!

135 of 156 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars maybe accurate in 1950, September 27, 2004

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Mazursky (Boulder, CO USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nutrition For Dummies (Paperback)

This book contains a lot of information that seems so dated. The author seems like she's pretty out of touch with modern nutritional knowledge. What this book taught me: Food processing makes food safe and yummy. The US RDA is a respected guideline. Antibotics and hormones make livestock healthy and efficient. Wake up lady.

If you are looking for up-to-date health information on topics such as: natural vitamins vs. synthetic vitamins, the nutritional value of bleached flour, micronutrients, carcinogens, or food additives, don't bother with this book. It is like a text book from the 1950s, written with a cutesy style that grates on you when you realize how inaccurate the information is.