Fall 2023

Foods for Peak Fitness

From the Set Food for Life

Food is a basic necessity of life and the primary source of nutrients for the human body. It's what makes us able to laugh, play, study, exercise, sing, dance, and get a good night's sleep. It powers growth, affects how we look, and determines how much energy we have to accomplish all that we need to get done in life. However, not all foods are equal. We need certain amounts of specific nutrients in order to be as healthy and fit as possible. We also need to avoid common ingredients found in certain foods that can wreak havoc on our health and well-being. Foods for Peak Fitness will teach you how your body works, what nutrients matter and which don't, and how to eat healthy foods while avoiding the wrong ones. You'll discover how to enjoy eating tasty meals and snacks without having to worry about packing on the pounds, and learn how to tell the difference between an effective diet plan and one that causes temporary weight loss yet long-term weight gain. In short, you'll learn how to make your life as happy, healthy, and energetic as it is meant to be by giving your body what it needs to help you reach your full potential.

Format List Price Your Price Qty
$37.27 $27.95
Interest Level Grade 7 - Grade 12
Reading Level Grade 7
Dewey Number 641
Lexile
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level
Language English
Publisher Mason Crest Publishing
Format Reinforced book
ISBN 9781422248270
Copyright 2024
Number of Pages 96
Dimensions 6.5 x 9
Graphics Full-color photographs

Food for Life - School Library Journal

Gr 9 Up–Diving into the hot topics of food for teens, these titles explore nutrition from farm to digestion and help explain everything along the way. They provide a refreshing look at
evidence-based, reliable information on important ideas like supplements and plant-based diets. Those subjects in focus do a great job of keeping the readers on the track of healthy diets and habits while avoiding the pitfalls of disordered eating and exercise behaviors. While the text is lengthy, the affirmative knowledge broken down in a no-nonsense way paired with scientific diagrams and illustrations help make the content much more accessible.

VERDICT An indispensable selection for high school libraries that addresses topics around dieting and healthy eating in an age-appropriate, healthy way for young adults.

Author: Laura D. Radley