# The Science of Nutrition

- By: Heather L. Lehman
- Publisher: Millersville University
- Source: [LibreTexts](https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Medicine/The_Science_of_Nutrition_(Lehman))
- Licence: [CC BY-NC-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/)
- Read at LibreTexts: https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Medicine/The_Science_of_Nutrition_(Lehman)
- PDF: https://downloads.libretexts.org/api/v1/download/med-153988/pdf

The Science of Nutrition offers a clear and engaging introduction to the fundamental principles of nutrition. This textbook bridges evidence-based research with practical application, making it ideal for both nutrition or science majors and non-majors. Students will explore how nutrition is studied, how dietary recommendations are developed, and why these guidelines matter for health.