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EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS labeling of kosher products, adaptation to therapeutic diets, and brief explanations of the Jewish holidays with menu suggestions for each. Although it is clear that much research preceded this publication, the reader does not come away with a clear and complete explanation for the laws or spirit of Kashruth. In addition to an oversight regarding number of fast days observed, the nutritionist or dietitian may be disappointed to find "kosher" soft drinks, pretzels, potato chips, chocolate, and candy suggested as snack foods. The guide would be strengthened if it included institutionalsize recipes for kosher holiday dishes and instructions for koshering a kitchen. Ilene Schatz, M.P.H.lR.D. Candidate in Public Health Nutrition, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720. REVIEW
Learning and Eating: The new nutrition education, Gussow, J. D., ed., Teachers College Record 81(4): 1980. From Teachers College Record, Teachers College, Columbia University, 525 W. 120 St., New York, NY 10027, 124 pp., softcover, $5. Coming as it does in 1980, this special issue offers, indeed suggests, the opportunity to "reconceptualize nutrition education for the decade ahead." In four substantive articles and a few short essays, the authors review nutrition education in the schoolroom and lunchroom and look ahead to the challenges of the future. They refuse to limit nutrition education to learning about nutrients; rather, the authors encourage a broader food approach which considers issues of ecology, economics, politics, even world hunger. These provocative papers will stimulate reevaluation of the direction of nutrition education and of one's role within that future. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Nutrient Composition of Foods-Selected references and tables, 1978. From Boston Area Research Dietitians, Clinical Study Unit, New England Medical Center Hospital, Boston, MA 02111, indexed, 3-hole binder, 41 pp., $7.50. The bibliographic data in this manual is of interest to dietitians, nutrition scientists, and others seeking nutrient composition information for special diets, research, or even food labeling. The manual reviews 8 commonly used food composition tables as to the nutrients presented 206
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and the portion description used and lists 16 additional general food composition references. The bulk of this manual offers over 125 selected references, mostly from journals, which have data on specific nutrients. The attractive plastic binder will survive extensive use.
001-00417-1, 484 pp., $7. This volume contains the 18 background papers for the surgeon general's report Healthy People (lNE 11:180, 1979). PERIODICAL
The Undergraduate Journal of Dietetics, Buck, D. R., ed. From Undergraduate SURVEY Nutrition vs. InRation: The battle of the Dietetics, Department of Home Ecoeighties,2nd Woman's Day/Family Mar- nomics, California State University, keting Institute Family Food Study, 1980. Chico, CA 95929,2 issues per year, $5 per From Yankelovich, Skelly & White, CBS annum. Publications, 1515 Broadway Ave., New The stated aim and scope of this new York, NY 10036, 200 pp., $35. publication, "to encourage undergraduate The purpose of this survey was "to help writing excellence in the fields of dietetics the industry better address itself to the nu- and foods and nutrition," is laudable and trition needs of consumers ...." The re- is largely accomplished in the first issue. sults, compared to those of the initial sur- The undergraduate authors dealt fairly vey 2 years ago, reveal several trends. Of cautiously with some popular and controthe 1,221 consumers surveyed, a net of versial topics such as oral contraceptives 39010 more than before are watching their and vitamin B-6, coffee and heart disease, weight, 9% more are exercising more reg- and fiber and colon cancer. The articles, ularly, and 27% say they are eating more superbly written and quite well researched, nutritiously. Other findings show that have only an occasionally questionable 73% agree that people talk a lot about reference slipping in. If the standard exnutrition but seldom do what is good for emplified by the first issue continues, the them, 57% do not believe it is necessary to aims will be achieved, and a service will be take vitamins if you eat a good diet, and done for the profession. A disturbing fea66% want more nutrition information on ture is the review process that states "all food labels. manuscripts should be reviewed ... by competent advisors" (emphasis ours) and REPORT "contributors should also be willing to Trends in Breast Feeding among Ameri- participate in the review process." Hopecan Mothers, Hirschman, C., and G. fully a more formal professional review Hendershot, 1979. Full report, 39 pp., team will supplement the student review free; summary, Advance Data, no. 59, to maintain a high standard of credibility. 1980, 7 pp., free. From National Center for Health Statistics, 3700 East-West VIDEOTAPE Highway, Hyattsville, MD 20782. Vitamin C: To dose or megadose?, 1979. The downward trend in breastfeeding From Nutrition Today, 703 Giddings since the 1950s reversed in the early 1970s Ave., Box 1829, Annapolis, MD 21404, according to this report of results from the videotape, V4" or \12", color, 58 min., pur1973 National Survey of Family Growth. chase, $292; rent, $97.50; include $2.25 The report includes data categorized by shipping. age, race, and education of the mother. Several "giants" of science join the ediThe duration of breastfeeding was rela- tor of Nutrition Today in an attempt to tively short for the majority of mothers push back "the frontiers of ignorance and ended before the third month. about Vitamin C." Pauling, SzentAlso available, same source: Fats, Cho- Gyorgyi, Passmore, and Anderson touch lesterol, and Sodium Intake in the Diet of on many aspects of the controversy surPersons 1-74 Years: United States, in Ad- rounding ascorbic acid, including its role vance Data, no. 54, 1979, 12 pp., free. in the body, dosage and toxicity, clinical research needs and difficulties, and orthoPAPERS molecular medicine. The setting is inHealthy People: The surgeon general's re- formal; the discussion, lively and proport on health promotion and disease pre- vocative. vention, Background papers, U.S. This film can serve as an introduction to DHEW, 1979. From Superintendent of an in-depth discussion of ascorbic acid in Documents, Government Printing Office, seminars and classes with nutrition majors Washington, DC 20402, stock no. 017- and graduate students. A transcription of VOLUME
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EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS the entire debate has been published previously (Nutrition Today, 13(2):6-13, 18-33, 1978). REPORT
What Foods Should Americans Eat? Better information needed on nutritional quality offoods, 1980. From U.S. General Accounting Office, Distribution Section, Room 1518,441 G St. NW, Washington, DC 20548, 92 pp., single copy free. GAO recommends that government agencies adopt a set of generally accepted nutrition principles which include guidance on safe levels of intake for substances such as fat, cholesterol, sugar, salt, alcohol, and fiber. Such principles would assist Americans in making decisions about nutrition, help reduce consumer confusion, and provide guidance for regulatory action. In addition, the report also recommends obtaining more current and complete food composition data.
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Assessment and Evaluation Strategies for Early Childhood Programs, Dykes, M. K., A. M. Strickland, and D. D. Munyer, in Florida Educational Research and Development Council Research Bulletin 12(3):1979. From Florida Education Research and Development Council, 2266 2nd St., Fort Myers, FL 33901, 63 pp., $2. Preschool educators and evaluators attempting to document the effectiveness of their programs will find this material of interest even though it is not specifically oriented to nutrition education. The monograph considers types of evaluative designs, test selection guidelines, test administration, and the testing environment. Its purpose is to help early childhood educators plan and develop evaluation strategies in the areas of cognitive-intellectual development, language development, perceptual-motor development, and social-emotional development. Also available, same source: Assessment and Evaluation Instruments for Early Childhood Programs, in Florida Educational Research and Development Council Research Bulletin 12(3, supp.):1979, 32 pp., $2. This accompanying volume offers a listing of more than 50 existing tests with information on source, level, administration, type of test, areas measured, and teacher usage. VOLUME
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MULTIMEDIA CURRICULUM (9-12) Concepts in Focus, 1979. From Butterick Publishing, 708 Third Ave., New York, NY 10017, 6 units: Watch Your Weight!; Food for Fitness; Food Additives: Helps or hazards?; Measure Up; Baking Basics: Quick breads; and Micro-Cooking; each unit contains: filmstrip, avg. 75 frames, audiocassette (audible/inaudible cues), avg. 12 mins., 34" x 22" wallchart, teacher's guide, avg. 16 pp., 8 spirit masters, $39 each; 2-4 programs, $36 each; 5-6 programs, $33 each. Each teaching unit in this excellent series for high schoolers is complete in itself and can be used for one class period or an entire week. The series treats topics of current interest in a comprehensive manner and relates the material to teen concerns and interests. Opportunities for decisionmaking and individualized activities involve students beyond the cognitive level. The weight control unit covers many aspects of the subject and includes food exchanges, ideal weight calculations, a food diary, eating behavior modification, fad diets, and more. It stresses lifetime weight control rather than dieting. The fitness unit, which could be used in physical education programs, is full of sound nutrition information. In the additives unit, various viewpoints challenge the student to get involved. The remaining units, which were not reviewed, relate to accurate measuring when cooking, baking quick breads, and selecting and using microwave equipment. These units pertain more specifically to home economics, whereas the other units have a broad appeal.
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CURRICULUM (P-6) Creative Food Experiences for Children, 2d ed., Goodwin, M. T., and G. Pollen, 1980. From Center for Science in the Public Interest, 1755 S St. NW, Washington, DC 20009, 256 pp., hardcover, $12.95; softcover, $5.95. After 6 years this classic in the field of childhood nutrition education has been
revised (see review in JNE 6:115,1974). Added to the new edition are sections on school breakfast, U.S. Dietary Goals, nutritious snacks, and a couple of new activities. The recipe section, substantially updated, includes new recipes and creative titles. More durable bindings and an easier-to-read printed format further enhance this edition. Photos of children enjoying food experiences are scattered throughout. Parents as well as preschool and elementary educators who are looking for guidance in communicating to children the fun of food within the current dietary guidelines will welcome the updating of an old favorite.
CURRICULUM (7-9+) Design for Health, 1980. From Project Outside/Inside, Somerville Public Schools, 81 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143, student's manual, 88 pp., teacher's manual, 183 pp., $7 each, 16 or more copies, $5 each. Fitness is the major focus of this running, jumping, doing curriculum. By directing attention to physical and emotional fitness, self-image, ideal body weight, and a healthy diet, the course assists teenagers to design and pursue individualized health programs. The 31 sessions are appropriate for junior high health or physical education classes. Other ages, both older and younger, such as a family unit developing their own fitness program, might also use the selfpaced student manual. Using food groups, dietary goals, and nutrient density approaches, the curriculum integrates sound dietary principles with fitness in a realistic and practical approach for young people. It deals extensively with the affective and behavioral domains and encourages selfresponsibility throughout. Additional background information, enrichment activities, evaluation worksheets, and resource lists are available in the teacher's manual.
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Learning and Eating: The new nutrition education, Gussow, J. D., ed., Teachers College Record 81(4): 1980. From Teachers College Record, Teachers College, Columbia University, 525 W. 120 St., New York, NY 10027, 124 pp., softcover, $5. Coming as it does in 1980, this special issue offers, indeed suggests, the opportunity to "reconceptualize nutrition education for the decade ahead." In four substantive articles and a few short essays, the authors review nutrition education in the schoolroom and lunchroom and look ahead to the challenges of the future. They refuse to limit nutrition education to learning about nutrients; rather, the authors encourage a broader food approach which considers issues of ecology, economics, politics, even world hunger. These provocative papers will stimulate reevaluation of the direction of nutrition education and of one's role within that future. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Nutrient Composition of Foods-Selected references and tables, 1978. From Boston Area Research Dietitians, Clinical Study Unit, New England Medical Center Hospital, Boston, MA 02111, indexed, 3-hole binder, 41 pp., $7.50. The bibliographic data in this manual is of interest to dietitians, nutrition scientists, and others seeking nutrient composition information for special diets, research, or even food labeling. The manual reviews 8 commonly used food composition tables as to the nutrients presented 206
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and the portion description used and lists 16 additional general food composition references. The bulk of this manual offers over 125 selected references, mostly from journals, which have data on specific nutrients. The attractive plastic binder will survive extensive use.
001-00417-1, 484 pp., $7. This volume contains the 18 background papers for the surgeon general's report Healthy People (lNE 11:180, 1979). PERIODICAL
The Undergraduate Journal of Dietetics, Buck, D. R., ed. From Undergraduate SURVEY Nutrition vs. InRation: The battle of the Dietetics, Department of Home Ecoeighties,2nd Woman's Day/Family Mar- nomics, California State University, keting Institute Family Food Study, 1980. Chico, CA 95929,2 issues per year, $5 per From Yankelovich, Skelly & White, CBS annum. Publications, 1515 Broadway Ave., New The stated aim and scope of this new York, NY 10036, 200 pp., $35. publication, "to encourage undergraduate The purpose of this survey was "to help writing excellence in the fields of dietetics the industry better address itself to the nu- and foods and nutrition," is laudable and trition needs of consumers ...." The re- is largely accomplished in the first issue. sults, compared to those of the initial sur- The undergraduate authors dealt fairly vey 2 years ago, reveal several trends. Of cautiously with some popular and controthe 1,221 consumers surveyed, a net of versial topics such as oral contraceptives 39010 more than before are watching their and vitamin B-6, coffee and heart disease, weight, 9% more are exercising more reg- and fiber and colon cancer. The articles, ularly, and 27% say they are eating more superbly written and quite well researched, nutritiously. Other findings show that have only an occasionally questionable 73% agree that people talk a lot about reference slipping in. If the standard exnutrition but seldom do what is good for emplified by the first issue continues, the them, 57% do not believe it is necessary to aims will be achieved, and a service will be take vitamins if you eat a good diet, and done for the profession. A disturbing fea66% want more nutrition information on ture is the review process that states "all food labels. manuscripts should be reviewed ... by competent advisors" (emphasis ours) and REPORT "contributors should also be willing to Trends in Breast Feeding among Ameri- participate in the review process." Hopecan Mothers, Hirschman, C., and G. fully a more formal professional review Hendershot, 1979. Full report, 39 pp., team will supplement the student review free; summary, Advance Data, no. 59, to maintain a high standard of credibility. 1980, 7 pp., free. From National Center for Health Statistics, 3700 East-West VIDEOTAPE Highway, Hyattsville, MD 20782. Vitamin C: To dose or megadose?, 1979. The downward trend in breastfeeding From Nutrition Today, 703 Giddings since the 1950s reversed in the early 1970s Ave., Box 1829, Annapolis, MD 21404, according to this report of results from the videotape, V4" or \12", color, 58 min., pur1973 National Survey of Family Growth. chase, $292; rent, $97.50; include $2.25 The report includes data categorized by shipping. age, race, and education of the mother. Several "giants" of science join the ediThe duration of breastfeeding was rela- tor of Nutrition Today in an attempt to tively short for the majority of mothers push back "the frontiers of ignorance and ended before the third month. about Vitamin C." Pauling, SzentAlso available, same source: Fats, Cho- Gyorgyi, Passmore, and Anderson touch lesterol, and Sodium Intake in the Diet of on many aspects of the controversy surPersons 1-74 Years: United States, in Ad- rounding ascorbic acid, including its role vance Data, no. 54, 1979, 12 pp., free. in the body, dosage and toxicity, clinical research needs and difficulties, and orthoPAPERS molecular medicine. The setting is inHealthy People: The surgeon general's re- formal; the discussion, lively and proport on health promotion and disease pre- vocative. vention, Background papers, U.S. This film can serve as an introduction to DHEW, 1979. From Superintendent of an in-depth discussion of ascorbic acid in Documents, Government Printing Office, seminars and classes with nutrition majors Washington, DC 20402, stock no. 017- and graduate students. A transcription of VOLUME
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EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS the entire debate has been published previously (Nutrition Today, 13(2):6-13, 18-33, 1978). REPORT
What Foods Should Americans Eat? Better information needed on nutritional quality offoods, 1980. From U.S. General Accounting Office, Distribution Section, Room 1518,441 G St. NW, Washington, DC 20548, 92 pp., single copy free. GAO recommends that government agencies adopt a set of generally accepted nutrition principles which include guidance on safe levels of intake for substances such as fat, cholesterol, sugar, salt, alcohol, and fiber. Such principles would assist Americans in making decisions about nutrition, help reduce consumer confusion, and provide guidance for regulatory action. In addition, the report also recommends obtaining more current and complete food composition data.
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Assessment and Evaluation Strategies for Early Childhood Programs, Dykes, M. K., A. M. Strickland, and D. D. Munyer, in Florida Educational Research and Development Council Research Bulletin 12(3):1979. From Florida Education Research and Development Council, 2266 2nd St., Fort Myers, FL 33901, 63 pp., $2. Preschool educators and evaluators attempting to document the effectiveness of their programs will find this material of interest even though it is not specifically oriented to nutrition education. The monograph considers types of evaluative designs, test selection guidelines, test administration, and the testing environment. Its purpose is to help early childhood educators plan and develop evaluation strategies in the areas of cognitive-intellectual development, language development, perceptual-motor development, and social-emotional development. Also available, same source: Assessment and Evaluation Instruments for Early Childhood Programs, in Florida Educational Research and Development Council Research Bulletin 12(3, supp.):1979, 32 pp., $2. This accompanying volume offers a listing of more than 50 existing tests with information on source, level, administration, type of test, areas measured, and teacher usage. VOLUME
12
NUMBER
4
1980
MULTIMEDIA CURRICULUM (9-12) Concepts in Focus, 1979. From Butterick Publishing, 708 Third Ave., New York, NY 10017, 6 units: Watch Your Weight!; Food for Fitness; Food Additives: Helps or hazards?; Measure Up; Baking Basics: Quick breads; and Micro-Cooking; each unit contains: filmstrip, avg. 75 frames, audiocassette (audible/inaudible cues), avg. 12 mins., 34" x 22" wallchart, teacher's guide, avg. 16 pp., 8 spirit masters, $39 each; 2-4 programs, $36 each; 5-6 programs, $33 each. Each teaching unit in this excellent series for high schoolers is complete in itself and can be used for one class period or an entire week. The series treats topics of current interest in a comprehensive manner and relates the material to teen concerns and interests. Opportunities for decisionmaking and individualized activities involve students beyond the cognitive level. The weight control unit covers many aspects of the subject and includes food exchanges, ideal weight calculations, a food diary, eating behavior modification, fad diets, and more. It stresses lifetime weight control rather than dieting. The fitness unit, which could be used in physical education programs, is full of sound nutrition information. In the additives unit, various viewpoints challenge the student to get involved. The remaining units, which were not reviewed, relate to accurate measuring when cooking, baking quick breads, and selecting and using microwave equipment. These units pertain more specifically to home economics, whereas the other units have a broad appeal.
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CURRICULUM (P-6) Creative Food Experiences for Children, 2d ed., Goodwin, M. T., and G. Pollen, 1980. From Center for Science in the Public Interest, 1755 S St. NW, Washington, DC 20009, 256 pp., hardcover, $12.95; softcover, $5.95. After 6 years this classic in the field of childhood nutrition education has been
revised (see review in JNE 6:115,1974). Added to the new edition are sections on school breakfast, U.S. Dietary Goals, nutritious snacks, and a couple of new activities. The recipe section, substantially updated, includes new recipes and creative titles. More durable bindings and an easier-to-read printed format further enhance this edition. Photos of children enjoying food experiences are scattered throughout. Parents as well as preschool and elementary educators who are looking for guidance in communicating to children the fun of food within the current dietary guidelines will welcome the updating of an old favorite.
CURRICULUM (7-9+) Design for Health, 1980. From Project Outside/Inside, Somerville Public Schools, 81 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143, student's manual, 88 pp., teacher's manual, 183 pp., $7 each, 16 or more copies, $5 each. Fitness is the major focus of this running, jumping, doing curriculum. By directing attention to physical and emotional fitness, self-image, ideal body weight, and a healthy diet, the course assists teenagers to design and pursue individualized health programs. The 31 sessions are appropriate for junior high health or physical education classes. Other ages, both older and younger, such as a family unit developing their own fitness program, might also use the selfpaced student manual. Using food groups, dietary goals, and nutrient density approaches, the curriculum integrates sound dietary principles with fitness in a realistic and practical approach for young people. It deals extensively with the affective and behavioral domains and encourages selfresponsibility throughout. Additional background information, enrichment activities, evaluation worksheets, and resource lists are available in the teacher's manual.
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