SNP Nutrition Library

Below is a sample of materials available from the SNP Nutrition Library. The library focuses on educating children and adults about the need for and benefits of good nutrition. Materials are available for loan to U.S. residents who have completed and submitted a library patron form. You may borrow items for two weeks. The items will be mailed to you and when you are done, you mail them back.

For more information about nutrition or to borrow items, contact the library at 1-800-982-3261 (toll-free) or 512-420-2596 (in Austin) or visit their website.

Nutrition Guides

365 Activities for Fitness, Food, and Fun for the Whole Family
Sweet, Julia E. (2001) 383 p. pbk.

While it is known that fit kids are stronger and healthier, do better academically, and have higher
self-esteem, it is often challenging to teach children how to get active. This author offers activities to help both parents and kids enjoy a healthier lifestyle. The activities in this book are for the whole family. Many of the activities are simple and do not take much time. The activities are geared to children's abilities, so even younger children may participate in many. The ideas are for indoor and outdoor activities and include making exercise fun, creating fun and healthy snacks, and games using everyday materials.

Combating Your Child's Cholesterol: a Pediatrician Shows You How
Reiman, Reuben. (1993) 316 p.

This book concentrates on children, but adolescence is covered as well. Detailed information on how to reduce children's cholesterol levels is covered in a surprisingly readable format. There are sample recipes at the end of the book.

Diabesity
Kaufman, Francine Ratner. (2005) Audience: Parents & General Adults. 326 p.

Dr. Kaufman paints a realistic picture of what people with diabetes have to do to manage their disease. The former president of the American Diabetes Association, she is an advocate of preventive treatment, which includes fighting the rise of obesity. She explains in easy to understand language what diabetes is and what it does to the body. She relies on her own family's experience with diabetes as well as stories about her patients to explain symptoms and problems diabetics face when dealing with the disease. For anyone who is concerned about the possibility of becoming diabetic, this is a must read.

Fed Up! Winning the War Against Childhood Obesity
Okie, Susan. (2005) Audience: General Adults. 322 p.

Author Susan Okie tackles child obesity and its consequences of diseases and the effects on society with a discussion of the biology of obesity. She emphasizes the need for learning to change eating
habits and physical exercise habits of children as well as the importance of the role of the community in promoting and providing a healthy lifestyle. Admitting that the causes of obesity are not completely
understood and that some programs do not always work, Okie says that the more we learn about the interaction of biology, environment and behavior, the greater the chance of helping children maintain a healthy weight.

Fit Kids: The Complete Shape-up Program From Birth Through High School
Cooper, Kenneth. (1999) 417 p. pbk.

This book helps in uncovering the barriers to children being physically fit. The importance of parental involvement in getting children to eat well and exercise is covered. Also included is a chapter on nutrition as well as ideas to motivate children to be active.

How Should I Feed My Child: From Pregnancy to Preschool
Nissenberg, Sandra K., et al. (1993) 178 p.

This comprehensive guide offers realistic advice on giving kids healthy foods they will eat and avoiding
mealtime battles. The reader will learn how to cope with just about all childhood eating issues,
including: lack of appetite, hyperactivity, excessive snacking, eating away from home, food safety, special health concerns, vitamin supplements, and more. Over fifty recipes for delicious, easy, and healthy family favorites are included.

How to Get Your Kid to Eat - But Not Too Much
Satter, Ellyn. (1987) 396 p.

This is an excellent book which incorporates information about child development and parenting as
it relates to eating. The basic principle of the book is that maintaining a positive feeding relationship demands a division of responsibility in which the parent is responsible for what the child is offered to eat and the child is responsible for how much, and even whether, the child eats. Individual chapters are devoted to stages of growth from "The Newborn" to "The Individualistic Teenager." Additionally, four chapters are devoted to special feeding problems such as eating disorders and children with special needs.

I'm, Like, So Fat! Helping your Teen Make Healthy Choices About Eating and Exercise
Neumark-Sztainer, Dianne. (2005) 317 p., pbk.

Using her experience, the author shows how to respond constructively to "fat talk", counteract negative media messages, and give kids the straight story about nutrition and calories, the dangers of dieting, and eating right when they are away from home. This upbeat and insightful book is packed with great ideas that will help kids everywhere feel better about their looks and make healthier choices about eating and exercise.

Overcoming Childhood Obesity
Thompson, Colleen A. (2004) 223 p., pbk.

The authors of this book attribute the increase in child obesity to several factors. One is unhealthy
eating behaviors which include an increase in foods eaten away from home, increase in fast food
consumption, decrease in family mealtimes, and an increase in portion sizes. Second, they cite a
decrease in physical activity due to safety concerns, an increase in sedentary activities, such as
television and computer use, and changes in lifestyle activities. The importance of the family role in
providing a healthy lifestyle for children is emphasized in this book. Advice for ways to provide
healthy meals and increase physical activities is given not just for children, but for the entire family.

Trim Kids
Sothern, Melinda S. (2001) 399 p., pbk.

Trim Kids is a 12-week plan that gives parents and children a positive, safe initial approach to lifetime weight management. Each week, parents and kids together practice ways to increase daily activity and set achievable goals. Children learn exercises especially designed for their weight levels. Nutritious, kid-tested recipes are included. Comprehensive shopping lists and dining-out tips are included. Parents learn positive ways to coach children to make healthier lifestyle choices away from home.

Snacktivities! 50 Edible Activities for Parents and Children
Kohl, Mary Ann F. (2001) 102 p., pbk.

This book offers fun ways to present food to children with their help. The recipes are easy to prepare with common ingredients -- turn the food in your refrigerator into works of edible art.

Your Child's Weight: Helping Without Harming - Birth Through Adolescence
Satter, Ellyn. (2005) 470 p., pbk.

Ellyn Satter states in this book, "To feed well, you must make an absolute priority of providing food for
yourself and your family. Family meals are key to that providing - and to parenting." She believes in
focusing on the feeding relationship: the triangle of children, parents, and food. Distortion in that
relationship is caused by 1. misinterpretation of normal growth; 2. restrained feeding (decrease in
calories or portions); 3. poor feeding practices; and, 4. stress. Her ideas challenge society's current
diet mentality and obsession with weight control.

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Cookbooks

Cooking Healthy Across America
American Dietetic Association. Food & Culinary Professionals. (2005) 640 p., pbk.

This cookbook presents over 300 recipes that draw on the flavors and traditions of various cuisines around the country from New England to Pacific Northwestern dishes, from Tex-Mex to the fusion cooking of California and Hawaii. These recipes come from American Dietetic Association culinary professionals sharing family recipes, cooking secrets and innovative tips and insights.

Dad's Own Cookbook: Everything Your Mother Never Taught You
Sloan, Bob. (1993) 319 p.

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		SNP Nutrition Library Below is a sample of materials available from the SNP Nutrition Library. The library focuses on educating children and adults about the need for and benefits of good nutrition. Materials are available for loan to U.S. residents who have completed and submitted a library patron form. You may borrow items for two weeks. The items will be mailed to you and when you are done, you mail them back. For more information about nutrition or to borrow items, contact the library at 1-800-982-3261 (toll-free) or 512-420-2596 (in Austin) or visit their website. Nutrition Guides 365 Activities for Fitness, Food, and Fun for the Whole Family Sweet, Julia E. (2001) 383 p. pbk. While it is known that fit kids are stronger and healthier, do better academically, and have higher self-esteem, it is often challenging to teach children how to get active. This author offers activities to help both parents and kids enjoy a healthier lifestyle. The activities in this book are for the whole family. Many of the activities are simple and do not take much time. The activities are geared to children's abilities, so even younger children may participate in many. The ideas are for indoor and outdoor activities and include making exercise fun, creating fun and healthy snacks, and games using everyday materials. Combating Your Child's Cholesterol: a Pediatrician Shows You How Reiman, Reuben. (1993) 316 p. This book concentrates on children, but adolescence is covered as well. Detailed information on how to reduce children's cholesterol levels is covered in a surprisingly readable format. There are sample recipes at the end of the book. Diabesity Kaufman, Francine Ratner. (2005) Audience: Parents & General Adults. 326 p. Dr. Kaufman paints a realistic picture of what people with diabetes have to do to manage their disease. The former president of the American Diabetes Association, she is an advocate of preventive treatment, which includes fighting the rise of obesity. She explains in easy to understand language what diabetes is and what it does to the body. She relies on her own family's experience with diabetes as well as stories about her patients to explain symptoms and problems diabetics face when dealing with the disease. For anyone who is concerned about the possibility of becoming diabetic, this is a must read. Fed Up! Winning the War Against Childhood Obesity Okie, Susan. (2005) Audience: General Adults. 322 p. Author Susan Okie tackles child obesity and its consequences of diseases and the effects on society with a discussion of the biology of obesity. She emphasizes the need for learning to change eating habits and physical exercise habits of children as well as the importance of the role of the community in promoting and providing a healthy lifestyle. Admitting that the causes of obesity are not completely understood and that some programs do not always work, Okie says that the more we learn about the interaction of biology, environment and behavior, the greater the chance of helping children maintain a healthy weight. Fit Kids: The Complete Shape-up Program From Birth Through High School Cooper, Kenneth. (1999) 417 p. pbk. This book helps in uncovering the barriers to children being physically fit. The importance of parental involvement in getting children to eat well and exercise is covered. Also included is a chapter on nutrition as well as ideas to motivate children to be active. How Should I Feed My Child: From Pregnancy to Preschool Nissenberg, Sandra K., et al. (1993) 178 p. This comprehensive guide offers realistic advice on giving kids healthy foods they will eat and avoiding mealtime battles. The reader will learn how to cope with just about all childhood eating issues, including: lack of appetite, hyperactivity, excessive snacking, eating away from home, food safety, special health concerns, vitamin supplements, and more. Over fifty recipes for delicious, easy, and healthy family favorites are included. How to Get Your Kid to Eat - But Not Too Much Satter, Ellyn. (1987) 396 p. This is an excellent book which incorporates information about child development and parenting as it relates to eating. The basic principle of the book is that maintaining a positive feeding relationship demands a division of responsibility in which the parent is responsible for what the child is offered to eat and the child is responsible for how much, and even whether, the child eats. Individual chapters are devoted to stages of growth from "The Newborn" to "The Individualistic Teenager." Additionally, four chapters are devoted to special feeding problems such as eating disorders and children with special needs. I'm, Like, So Fat! Helping your Teen Make Healthy Choices About Eating and Exercise Neumark-Sztainer, Dianne. (2005) 317 p., pbk. Using her experience, the author shows how to respond constructively to "fat talk", counteract negative media messages, and give kids the straight story about nutrition and calories, the dangers of dieting, and eating right when they are away from home. This upbeat and insightful book is packed with great ideas that will help kids everywhere feel better about their looks and make healthier choices about eating and exercise. Overcoming Childhood Obesity Thompson, Colleen A. (2004) 223 p., pbk. The authors of this book attribute the increase in child obesity to several factors. One is unhealthy eating behaviors which include an increase in foods eaten away from home, increase in fast food consumption, decrease in family mealtimes, and an increase in portion sizes. Second, they cite a decrease in physical activity due to safety concerns, an increase in sedentary activities, such as television and computer use, and changes in lifestyle activities. The importance of the family role in providing a healthy lifestyle for children is emphasized in this book. Advice for ways to provide healthy meals and increase physical activities is given not just for children, but for the entire family. Trim Kids Sothern, Melinda S. (2001) 399 p., pbk. Trim Kids is a 12-week plan that gives parents and children a positive, safe initial approach to lifetime weight management. Each week, parents and kids together practice ways to increase daily activity and set achievable goals. Children learn exercises especially designed for their weight levels. Nutritious, kid-tested recipes are included. Comprehensive shopping lists and dining-out tips are included. Parents learn positive ways to coach children to make healthier lifestyle choices away from home. Snacktivities! 50 Edible Activities for Parents and Children Kohl, Mary Ann F. (2001) 102 p., pbk. This book offers fun ways to present food to children with their help. The recipes are easy to prepare with common ingredients -- turn the food in your refrigerator into works of edible art. Your Child's Weight: Helping Without Harming - Birth Through Adolescence Satter, Ellyn. (2005) 470 p., pbk. Ellyn Satter states in this book, "To feed well, you must make an absolute priority of providing food for yourself and your family. Family meals are key to that providing - and to parenting." She believes in focusing on the feeding relationship: the triangle of children, parents, and food. Distortion in that relationship is caused by 1. misinterpretation of normal growth; 2. restrained feeding (decrease in calories or portions); 3. poor feeding practices; and, 4. stress. Her ideas challenge society's current diet mentality and obsession with weight control. top of page Cookbooks Cooking Healthy Across America American Dietetic Association. Food & Culinary Professionals. (2005) 640 p., pbk. This cookbook presents over 300 recipes that draw on the flavors and traditions of various cuisines around the country from New England to Pacific Northwestern dishes, from Tex-Mex to the fusion cooking of California and Hawaii. These recipes come from American Dietetic Association culinary professionals sharing family recipes, cooking secrets and innovative tips and insights. Dad's Own Cookbook: Everything Your Mother Never Taught You Sloan, Bob. (1993) 319 p. This book was written by a man for the "culinarily challenged!" It covers everything from shopping and kitchen basics to throwing a child's birthday party. The book gives primers, timetables, and tips for those who know what they like to eat but do not know how to cook it. Recipes range from familiar favorites to slightly adventurous foods. Incredible Edible Gluten-free for Kids: 150 Family Tested Recipes Sanderson, SHeri L. (2002) 333 p.,pbk. This cookbook provides gluten-free recipes formulated especially for children. With this cookbook, parents learn how to cook food without gluten that children will eat, how to read labels for hidden ingredients, and how to prepare food without fear of contamination. Also, many of the recipes take less than 30 minutes to prepare. This book includes an overview of celiac disease; advice about managing meals eating way from home; entertaining and party tips; metric and temperature conversion tables; and a resource section listing gluten-free suppliers and manufacturers. Love in a Lunchbox: 101 Suggestions for Happier, Healthier Lunches Raymond, Carole. (1994) 84 p. This book provides recipes and ideas for nutritious, low-fat, heart healthy lunches that can be easily packed and carried. It also contains one hundred whimsical ideas that tell children how much their parents care for them. Mom's Guide to Meal Makeovers: Improving the Way the Way Your Family Eats, One Meal at a Time Bissex, Janice Newell. (2004) 349 p., pbk. This is a book to encourage parents to bring good nutrition home. Part one offers a 5 step program in getting started in meal makeovers including tips for streamlining time in the kitchen and how to use convenience and fast food. Part two includes recipes. This book offers family-friendly foods based on the practical experience of the authors. Quick & Healthy: Low-fat, Card Conscious Cooking, 2nd ed Ponichtera, Brenda J. (2005) 264 p. spiral bd. The author's focus for this cookbook is health conscious people who do not want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Each recipe includes diabetes and weight loss exchanges, nutrient analysis and carbohydrate servings. Nutrition guidelines, weight loss tips, time saving ideas, recipes listed by carbohydrate servings, information on food products and menus. It includes over 200 recipes, many of which have been revised from the first edition. Sheridan School Brown Bag Cookbook Sheridan School (1994) 205 p. This book is a collection of menus and recipes intended to help parents provide nutritious lunches for their children. Over fifty lunch menus are provided. Some require moderate to lengthy preparation time and some are too elaborate to carry in a brown bag but the book does provide new ideas for lunches. The book includes a chapter on nutrition and fitness as well as information on how to involve children in food preparation. Someone's in the Kitchen with Mommy: More than 100 EAsy Recipes and Fun Crafts for Parents and Kids Magee, Elaine. (1997) 176 p. This is a useful book for parents to get their children involved in cooking. There are easy recipes for regular meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner - as well as cooking activities for holidays and the four seasons. The cooking ideas are a fun way to introduce young children to foods and cooking techniques. top of page