Food and Nutrition for You, 3rd Edition © 2024
Suzanne Weixel | Faithe Wempen
Food and Nutrition for You, 3rd Edition prepares students for the Food and Nutrition 1 and Nutrition and Wellness Certification exams offered by YouScience.
Food and Nutrition for You teaches students the principles of healthy foods and diets.
- Essential nutrition facts
- Making healthy choices
- Basic culinary skills
- Careers in the food service and restaurant industries
- Prepare for industry-recognized certification
Teaching the value of a healthy lifestyle
This edition is filled with features and activities that hold students’ attention. It is updated with the latest nutrition and food safety standards and a design featuring updated photos and illustrations.
Vivid visual appeal
High-quality photos, diagrams, and infographics hold students’ attention and support visual learning.
Engaging features
In-chapter features and activities designed to hold students’ attention and extend learning.
Practical application
Hands-on recipes and culinary skill instruction provide real-world experience.
Preparing for certification
The text prepares students for the Food and Nutrition 1 and Nutrition and Wellness certification exams offered by YouScience®.
- Basic nutrition facts
- Factors that influence food choices
- Planning a healthy diet
- Recipes and measuring
- Kitchen equipment
- Safety considerations
- Nutritional values
- International cuisines
- Advanced preparation skills
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Grades 8-10
This program is designed for introduction to foods or nutrition and wellness courses.
Yes. Food and Nutrition for You, 3rd Edition prepares students for the Food and Nutrition 1 and Nutrition and Wellness Certification exams offered by YouScience.
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