Heart Disease The American Heart Association publishes three books:

Heart Disease

The American Heart Association publishes three books: The Amiercan Heart Association Cookbook, The American Heart Association Lore-Fat, Lotv-Cholesterol Cookbook, and The American Heart Association Kid’s Cookbook. These books cover the recommendations from the American Heart Association on the health benefits of adopting a low-fat, low-cholesterol eating pattern as a preventative measure for coronary heart disease. They place a renewed emphasis on the importance of controlling Weight. Greater attention is drawn to the importance of training children to enjoy a low-fat eating style so that it becomes a lifetime habit. They include chapters on menus for special occasions, how to adapt your recipes, and dining out.

Cancer

The American Cancer Society’s cookbook, A Menu for Good Health, contains over 200 recipes reflecting the newest research on the simple nutritional guidelines that can reduce your risk of developing cancer. It covers the American Cancer Society’s guidelines which include: avoid obesity, cut down of total fat intake, eat more high-fiber foods and cruciferous vegetables, and be moderate in consumption of alcohol. It includes a chapter on meatless entrees, menu planning, and cooking methods. This book is $17.95 and available from the local Cancer Society by calling 937-4170.

Diabetic

The American Diabetes Association publishes The American Diabetic Association Family Cookbook which explains about food and diabetes, menu planning and using the exchange lists, exercise, and the overweight-diabetes connection. It includes chapters on dining outi fast foods, canning and freezing fruits, alcohol and diabetes, and recipes using artificial sweeteners. This is an excellent source of information and recipes if you have a diabetic in your family.