NUTRITION INFO: QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Nutrition For Life will answer many of your important questions. Some of the questions that you will find throughout the book are listed below.

Chapter 1	How healthy is your lifestyle? Where is your fat located? What does the Body Mass Index (BMI) mean? Are you ready to change your behavior?
Chapter 2	What is in the food we eat? How much protein do you need? How much fiber do I need? How do you get vitamins? What are the different types of phytochemicals? How do you get minerals?
Chapter 3	Which meats should I choose? Which poultry should I choose? Which nuts are best? How many eggs can I eat? Is alcohol good for you? Is a vegetarian diet healthier?
Chapter 4	Do children need extra vitamins and minerals? How do I breastfeed? How much should your child be eating? What can I offer my preschool child? Do men have specific dietary needs? When do women's dietary needs change? Do you need prenatal supplements? What do athletes need to eat? Do you need a vitamin supplement? Do your medications affect your diet?
Chapter 5	Which diet is best for me? Are you controlling your weight? Why is weight control important?
Chapter 6	Who is most at risk for cardiovascular disorders? Who is most at risk for respiratory disorders? Who is most at risk for digestive disorders? Who is most at risk for urinary disorders? Who is most at risk for bone and joint disorders? Can diet cure arthritis? Who is most at risk for diabetes? Who is most at risk for food allergies and intolerances? Who is most at risk for cancer? Can you benefit from a vitamin and mineral supplement? Can you take too many supplements?
Chapter 7	What do food labels mean? Why are food additives needed? Which foods can be frozen? How can I shop healthy on a budget?