Understanding Nutrition 17th edition by Whitney

Understanding Nutrition, 17th edition by Eleanor Noss Whitney and Sharon Rady Rolfes, offers a comprehensive introduction to the science of food, nutrients, and human health. Published by Cengage, the text explains digestion, metabolism, energy balance, vitamins, minerals, diet planning, life-cycle nutrition, food safety, and the relationship between nutrition and chronic disease. Students learn to interpret nutrition information, evaluate dietary choices, and apply evidence-based recommendations to everyday situations. This edition is well suited for introductory nutrition courses in health professions, biology, dietetics, and general education programs.