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"On Healthy Eating: The Science and Lore of Food and Eating"
(Traditional Chinese version Only)

On Healthy Eating: The Science and Lore of Food and Eating Name:
On Healthy Eating: The Science and Lore of Food and Eating
Author:
Elderly Health Service, Department of Health
Publisher:
Cosmos Books
Publication year:
July 2007
Language:
Chinese only
ISBN:
9789628868278
Selling price:
HK$ 85

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Have you ever wondered which cooking oil is healthier and whether lemon juice can dissolve fat? The Chinese production by the Elderly Health Service of Department of Health, "On Healthy Eating: The Science and Lore of Food and Eating", explains the science and lore of the hot topics on food and eating so that readers will not be confused by the so many messages on “healthy eating”. The answers to the questions on food and cooking, which are based on the food groups of the Food Guide Pyramid, are presented in an easy-to-read language. To add interest to the book, the nutrient content of the food concerned and tips on eating follow each question. Ways to simplify the procedures in the kitchen and healthy recipes are also included. For topics that require more in-depth elaboration, related information is also provided. There are also chapters which help readers to reflect on their eating habits and offer suggestions for following a healthy diet. The book is on sale in a box set which also comes with a booklet of healthy snack recipes and a DVD offering practical tips on the purchase of healthy foods as well as a cooking demonstration of healthy snacks.