62 Types of Star Foods and Their Nutritional Benefits

Author: Editorial Committee of "Food Is the Best Doctor"
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Publishing Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This book consists of 7 chapters, each focusing on a specific type of food, covering a total of 7 major categories: beverages, grains and, vegetables, fruits, meat, poultry, and eggs, aquatic products, and seasonings. Each chapter is further divided into several sub-sections, with each sub-section adopting a two-page layout. Overall, the book is well-organized, structurally sound, and very reader-friendly. In 57 sub-sections, it provides a comprehensive and scientific analysis of 62 popular foods prevalent in Europe and America. These 62 star foods each contain a unique nutrient with outstanding benefits for human health and wellness. In 49 sub-sections, centered around a food and its unique nutrient, the book features columns such as "The Benefits of Food and Nutrients for Humans," "Medicinal Uses of Food," "Secret Recipes," and "A Delicious Recipe." It not only provides an in-depth yet accessible analysis of the function of these nutrients but also ingeniously offers readers tips on how to consume these foods and even includes a cooking recipe for a delicious dish. The remaining 6 sub-sections introduce beneficial bacteria for the body, polyphenols that prevent atherosclerosis, catechins that combat adult diseases, calcium for bone health, and collagen for skin beauty. These sections analyze the beneficial functions of these substances for the human body, provide foods rich in these substances, and offer readers effective home remedies for common ailments. Through this book, you can gain a healthy and scientific approach to eating.