Whole Food Facts - The Complete Reference Guide by, Evelyn Roehl. With the recent influx of natural foods, oraganic produce, and new Whole Food Facts. With the recent influx of natural foods, oraganic produce, and new nutritional information into the market, consumers find themselves facing new questions: What is miso? How do I cook millet? Is aspartame dangerous? How much beta-carotene does my body need? What is the fat content in an avocado? For these health conscious individuals, Whole Food Facts describes what each food is, where it comes from, how to store it, and how to cook with it. Comprehensive nutritional breakdowns are provided for every food. Author Evelyn Roehl includes chapters on diets and nutrients, making meal planning simple. Separating the facts from the myths, she discusses recent trends such as macrobiotics, the USDA food Pyramid, and low-fat foods. Roehl presents her information in a lively, easy-to-understand manner, complete with fascinating historical information and tips for smart shopping. No kitchen should be without this lexicon of food knowledge. Soft cover, 290 pages, 8"x 10", To order by phone call toll free 866-596-9982.