Part 1: Nutrition and Wellness: An Overview
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Finding a Nutrition Expert and Support
Eating Hazards and Solutions for Health Issues
Connection Between Food and Mood Disorders
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Part 2: The Basics of Nutrition
Heartburn, Acid Reflux, and GERD
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
How to Calculate Your Calories
Cutting Calories for Weight Loss
How Healthy Is Your Body Weight?
How Carbohydrates Are Broken Down by the Body
The Many Faces of Carbohydrates
The Glycemic Response to Carbohydrates
The Building Blocks of the Body
Cholesterol–the Good and the Bad
High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)
Discovering Healthy Fats in Foods
Top Sources of Heart-Healthy Omega-3 Fats in Foods
How Vitamins Are Broken Down in the Body
Thiamin, Riboflavin, and Niacin
Biotin, Pantothenic Acid, and Folate
How Minerals Are Broken Down in the Body
Vitamin and Mineral Supplements
The Benefits of Phytonutrients
How Phytonutrients Are Broken Down
Which Is the Best: Phytonutrient Pills or Whole Foods?
Getting More Phytonutrients in Your Diet
Part 3: Making Your Best Food Choices
What If I Eliminate Food Groups?
Organic vs. Conventionally Grown
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)
What Is a Sustainable Food System?
Fresh, Frozen, Canned, or Freeze-Dried?
Choosing the Right Cooking Oil
The Best Monounsaturated Oils for Health
The Negative Impact of Oils on Health
Serving Size Tips and Techniques
How to Cultivate New Food Habits
Avoiding and Dealing with Cravings and Ruts
The Psychology of Hunger and Emotional Eating
Breaking Free from Old Eating Patterns
Lifestyle Eating and Performance
Dining Out with a Food Allergy
The Restaurant Selection Process
Frequency of Meals Away from Home
A Quick Guide to Meal Selection
Navigating the Menu for Good Health
Part 5: What Science Says About Special Foods
Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC) Diet
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Diet
21 Superfoods: Are They Real or Just Good Marketing Tactics?
Why Certain Foods Are Considered Controversial
The Good News About Your Cup of Joe