"Dieting for Dummies" was written with the goal of providing real diet and nutrition information, not the latest diet fad or gimmick. The guide provides information for people wanting to lose any amount of weight and looking to become healthier in general.
Author
"Dieting for Dummies" was written by Jane Kirby, a registered dietitian and member of the American Dietetic Association. Kirby has provided diet and nutrition information for several magazines and and served on the dietetics staff at the Massachusettes General Hospital.
Content
"Dieting for Dummies" covers many topic areas in relation to dieting and nutrition. The book informs the reader on how the body processes food, how to choose foods that are satisfying as well as nutritious and provides advice on how to shop for and prepare these foods. The book also includes sections covering the special diet needs of people with eating disorders, children and athletes.
Pricing
"Dieting for Dummies, Second Edition" has a list price of $21.99 as of summer 2010. Discount copies for $7.99 were found at allbooksforless.com
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