The health nutrient bible : the complete encyclopedia of food as medicine /
Lynn Sonberg ; consulting editor, Maureen Callahan.
- New York : Simon & Schuster, c1995.
- 560 p. ; 23 cm.
"A Fireside book".
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction: Eating for Optimum Health-- Seven steps to a better diet-- Building meals pyramid style-- How to use this book -- Where we got our data--PART 1: Food as medicine: An A to Z Guide:- Additives and Pesticides--Allergies and Food Intolerances--Anemia--Arthritis--Caffeine and Alcohol--Cancer--Childhood nutrition--Diabetes--Digestive health--Fast Food--Health Food--Heart Health--High Blood pressure--Immunity--Infant Nutrition--Labels on food--Longevity--Low-fat eating--Menopause--Osteoporosis--Pregnancy and breastfeeding--Premenstrual syndrome--Senior nutrition--Shopping for good health--Sports nutrition--Supplements--Teenagers and Nutrition--Vegetarianism--Weight control--Glossary--PART II: Encyclopedia of Daily Values for Brand Name and Basic Foods:- Including Calories--Protein--Fat--Saturated fat--Cholesterol--Carbohydrates--Fiber--Sodium--Potassium--Calcium--Iron--Zinc--Magnesium--Vitamin A--Vitamin C--Thiamine--Riboflavin--Niacin--Vitamin B12--Folic Acid.