Food, Fuel for the Human Engine offers practical guidance on buying, cooking, and eating for better health.
This nonfiction guide explains how different foods power the body like an engine, with simple categories and clear routines you can use every day. It covers what to eat for energy, building and repairing the body, and keeping the body’s systems running smoothly through proper nutrition and meals.
The book breaks down fuel foods, building and repair foods, minerals, regulating foods, and vitamins in plain terms. It also shows how to balance calories and use foods wisely to avoid waste and illness. Along with nutrition, it offers practical tips on chewing, mealtime mood, and how to enjoy meals while supporting digestion.
- Identify the main fuel foods and how they provide energy for work and daily activity.
- Understand two kinds of building foods—protein-rich and mineral-rich foods—and where they come from.
- Learn about regulating foods, including water, fiber, and vitamins, for a balanced diet.
- Get simple cooking guidance and reminders for healthier eating habits at the table.
Ideal for readers seeking clear, practical nutrition guidance for family meals and everyday cooking.