Nuts and Seeds for Health
From the Set Food for Life
With their healthy fats and astounding levels of nutrition, nuts and seeds have taken their place in the modern diet. But hiding within their shells, these tiny, nutrient-dense foods have some secrets to share with those who want to know how to get the greater benefit from them. Learn what the science says about how nuts may reduce disease risk and promote optimal health. Avoid the pitfalls that many step into when adding nuts and seeds to their diet. Discover the lengths to which seeds will go to protect the nutrients stored within, and the secret to accessing that hidden nutrition. Unpack the seed oil controversy. Why do some say that seed oils must be avoided at all costs, while others say we should eat more of them? What does science really say? Learn the many fun and creative ways you can enjoy the benefits of nuts and seeds.
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.