Nutrition, Exercise, and Behavior: An Integrated Approach to Weight Management
Liane M Summerfield
Copyright 2001
The text applies concepts from a variety of areas, including nutrition and exercise physiology, to present a comprehensive view of the issues involved in overall weight management.
The text presents the most up-to-date information on the latest trends in weight management, including new research on genetic factors and body composition in Chapter 7, and the latest weight-loss drugs and dietary supplements in Chapter 11.
Chapter 10 provides detailed coverage of the behavior modification approach to weight management.
Each chapter concludes with a Highlight that explores in detail topics of interest related to the chapter material, such as "The Impact of Low-Fat Foods and Fat Substitutes on Eating Behaviors" in Chapter 4 and "The Value of Physical Activity Through the Life Span" in Chapter 8.
Personal Self Study features throughout the chapters, such as "Calculate Your BMI" in Chapter 1 and "Reflect on Your Own Biological Makeup" in Chapter 7, encourage students to apply the concepts presented to analyze their own lifestyles, behaviors, and situations. Answers to some of the exercises are provided at the ends of the chapters.
Case Studies at the conclusion of every chapter provide interactive activities that allow students to explore concepts in greater depth.
Web site addresses throughout the text provide students with a means to seek further information on a variety of topics.