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Rolfes, a nutritionist, adds new chapter opening and closing scenarios to this tenth edition of a text/CD-ROM package for undergraduates. The art and layout have been redesigned for this edition, and there are new sections on current and controversial topics. Other learning features include chapter summaries, study questions, and appendices reviewing basic concepts of chemistry and major metabolic pathways. The CD-ROM contains 22 animations clarifying concepts and processes, case studies, practice tests, and an interactive glossary. Whitney has written other college text books on nutrition and health. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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This best-selling introductory nutrition text in colleges and universities has been used by more than one million students! UNDERSTANDING NUTRITION provides accurate, reliable information through its clear writing, dynamic visuals, and integrated study aids, all of which engage and teach students the basic concepts and applications of nutrition. This comprehensive text includes up-to-date coverage of the newest research and emerging issues in nutrition. The pedagogical features of the text, as well as the authors' approachable style, help to make complex topics easily understandable for students. From its stunningly restyled and refined art program to the market-leading resources that accompany this text, UNDERSTANDING NUTRITION connects with its readers and continues to set the standards for texts used in the course.
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