West/Wadsworth Nutrition Interactive CD-Rom (Windows/Macintosh)
Published on 18. June 2000
Software
CD-ROM
978-0-534-54620-5 (ISBN)
Description
This CD-ROM uses animation, video, sound, interactive exercises and a graphic interface to provide a multimedia learning environment in which students can explore the basic concepts of nutrition in greater depth. Exercises in the Explore and Apply sections of each chapter give students the opportunity to test their knowledge and obtain immediate feedback on their comprehension of the material. Coverage includes biochemistry.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Belmont, CA
United States
Publishing group
Cengage Learning, Inc
Target group
College/higher education
Adult education
ISBN-13
978-0-534-54620-5 (9780534546205)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
PART I: THE BODY. 1. Digestion/Absorption. 2. Metabolism: The Body in Depth. 3. Alcohol in the Body. PART II: THE NUTRIENTS. 4. Carbohydrate. 5. Lipids. 6. Proteins. 7. Vitamins. 8. Minerals. 9. Water. PART III: MEDICAL CONCERNS. 10. Heart Disease. 11. Cancer. 12. Osteoporosis. 13. Diabetes. 14. Eating Disorders. PART IV: HEALTH PROMOTION. 15. Weight Management. 16. Fitness and Sports Nutrition. 17. Mother and Infant. 18. The Growing Years. 19. The Later Years. 20. Diet Planning. PART V: CONSUMER CONCERNS. 21. Quackery and Sensationalism. 22. Food Safety. 23. Labelling.