"Wardlaws Contemporary Nutrition: A Functional Approach is designed to accurately convey changing and seemingly conflicting messages to all students. Our students commonly have misconceptions about nutrition, and many have a limited background in biology or chemistry. We teach complex scientific concepts at a level that will enable you to apply the material to your own life. The seventh edition of Wardlaws Contemporary Nutrition: A Functional Approach has been written to help you make informed choices about the food you eat. We have emphasized choosing whole, minimally processed foods and hope you enjoy our newest feature, "Farm to Fork," which gives you practical advice for incorporating fruits and vegetables into your dietary pattern, from the ground up! We will take you through explanations of the nutrients in food and their relationship to health and will also make you aware of the multitude of other factors that drive food choices. To guide you, we refer to evidence-based research and resources throughout the book. With this information at your fingertips, you will be well equipped to make your own informed choices about what and how much to eat. There is much to learn, so lets get started!"--.