Chapter

Introduction

From Human Nutrition by Human Nutrition

Concepts

1. Global Diets

   "Mai ka piko o ke po’o a ka poli o ka wāwae, a l’a ma na kihi ‘ehā o ke kino. From the crown of the head to the soles of the feet, and the four corners of the body. There are a multitude of diets acro

2. Diet Transition

   "Traditional diets around the globe, such as for Native Hawaiians, were comprised of foods low in fats like fresh fish, and high in complex carbohydrates such as kalo (taro) and ‘ulu (breadfruit). How

3. Good Nutrition

   "Good nutrition equates to receiving enough (but not too much) of the macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and water) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) so that the body can stay hea