Diet Information for Teens, 4th Edition, provides information about healthy eating patterns. It discusses essential components of a well-constructed diet, explains the importance of major food groups in maintaining good health, and discusses dietary elements that may need to be limited.

Table of Contents

• Preface
• Part One: Nutrition Fundamentals
• Chapter 1—Dietary Guidelines
• Chapter 2—Understanding Calories
• Chapter 3—Understanding The Food Label
• Chapter 4—Grains
• Chapter 5—Vegetables
• Chapter 6—Fruits
• Chapter 7—The Dairy Group
• Chapter 8—The Protein Group
• Chapter 9—Oils
• Chapter 10—Empty Calories
• Chapter 11—Water: Meeting Your Daily Fluid Needs
• Part Two: Vitamins And Minerals
• Chapter 12—Vitamin A And Carotenoids
• Chapter 13—B Vitamins
• Chapter 14—Vitamin C
• Chapter 15—Vitamin D
• Chapter 16—Vitamin E
• Chapter 17—Vitamin K
• Chapter 18—Calcium
• Chapter 19—Iron
• Chapter 20—Magnesium
• Chapter 21 —Zinc
• Chapter 22—Other Important Minerals
• Chapter 23—Multivitamin And Mineral (MVM) Dietary Supplements
• Chapter 24—What You Need To Know About Dietary Supplements
• Part Three: Other Elements Inside Food
• Chapter 25—Sodium: Salt By Any Name
• Chapter 26—Carbohydrates
• Chapter 27—Sugars / Syrups (Added Sugars)
• Chapter 28—Sugar Substitutes (High-Intensity Sweeteners)
• Chapter 29—Which Fats Are Which?
• Chapter 30—Food Ingredients, Additives, And Colors
• Part Four: Smart Eating Plans
• Chapter 31 —MyPlate Nutrition Guide: Building a Healthy Plate
• Chapter 32—Eating Well To Live Well
• Chapter 33—Food Shopping Tips
• Chapter 34—Eating Well While Eating Out
• Chapter 35—Fast-Food Alternatives
• Chapter 36—Eating In The School Cafeteria
• Chapter 37—Healthy Snacking
• Chapter 38—What You Should Know About Caffeine And Energy Drinks
• Chapter 39—Sports Supplements
• Chapter 40—Healthy Eating For Vegans And Vegetarians
• Part Five: Eating And Weight-Related Concerns
• Chapter 41—Body Mass Index For Teens
• Chapter 42—What's The Right Weight For My Height?
• Chapter 43—Body Image And Self-Esteem
• Chapter 44—Weight-Loss And Nutrition Myths
• Chapter 45—Choosing A Safe And Successful Weight-Loss Program
• Chapter 46—Should I Gain Weight?
• Chapter 47—Health Fraud Awareness
• Chapter 48—Physical Activity And Health
• Chapter 49—Reduce Screen Time
• Part Six: Eating And Disease
• Chapter 50—Disease Prevention Through Good Eating Habits
• Chapter 51—Heart Healthy Eating
• Chapter 52—The Childhood Obesity Problem
• Chapter 53—Dealing With Celiac Disease
• Chapter 54—Dealing With Diabetes
• Chapter 55—Dealing With Food Allergies
• Chapter 56—Dealing With Lactose Intolerance
• Chapter 57—Understanding Food borne Illness
• Chapter 58—Understanding Eating Disorders
• Part Seven: If You Need More Information
• Chapter 59—Cooking Tips And Resources
• Chapter 60—Eat Smart And Be Active As You Grow—Tips For Teen Guys
• Chapter 61—Eat Smart And Be Active As You Grow—Tips For Teen Girls
• Chapter 62—Resources For Dietary Information
• Chapter 63—Resources For Fitness Information