In this third edition of herComplete Book of Food and Nutrition,nutritionist Rosemary Stanton has put together the facts and the latest research on almost everything you are likely to ask about food and nutrition. As well as information on basic foods, nutrients and diet–related health problems, you can look up topics such as dieting, food additives, organic foods, genetically modified foods, the benefits and potential hazards of supplements, functional foods and nutraceuticals. Her knowledge and information also extend to interesting curiosities about food.This huge body of evidenced–based information is easily accessible. The entries are arranged alphabetically, with detailed cross–referencing for further reading and to provide information about many inter–,relationships in the world of food and nutrition. This is the ideal companion reference for your cook books. It will help you discover the facts about healthy eating — and show you how to look beyond the myriad packaging in the supermarket.