Health and Wellness: Nutrition

The Standard Deviants walk through a step-by-step overview of nutrition. Learn all the basics about nutrition, starting with "What the heck is a nutrient'" the Standard Deviants also cover nutrition standards and guidelines.

The true and truly hilarious story of one person's quest to become the healthiest man in the world. Hospitalized with a freak case of tropical pneumonia, goaded by his wife telling him, "I don't want to be a widow at forty-five,"; and ashamed of a middle-aged body best described as "a python that swallowed a goat," A.J. Jacobs felt compelled to change his ways and get healthy.

With more than 50,000 food products in the average supermarket, it's no wonder shoppers feel confused and overwhelmed. How do they know what to buy to eat healthier and avoid packing on pounds? And as food prices skyrocket, how do consumers know they're getting the best deals? Luckily they have Eat This, Not That! Supermarket Survival Guide, the ultimate authority on packaged foods, produce, and dairy and meat products found in our supermarkets.

Make peace with food, your body, and your weight.

Who,exactly, is a Paleoista? She is the embodiment of the modern day Paleo lifestyle. As the ultimate Paleoista, Nell Stephenson knows exactly how to incorporate the Paleo diet into one's day-to-day life with ease, efficiency, and style. More Than Fifty Simple, Delicious Paleo Recipes!

This insightful, objective, and evidence-based overview of the most commonly used supplements dispels misinformation and provides facts from a qualified physician's point of view.

Learn about the six classes of nutrients, and how much of each nutrient an individual needs.

Learn about the many risks to our food and water supplies.