Book Review: Fueling the Teen Machine

Fueling the Teen Machine: What it takes to make choices for yourself every day is a comprehensive book that looks at what teens eat currently and what smarter choices they should make in the future to enjoy long, healthy lives. The authors, two registered dietitians, examine food choices specific to teenage palates, and give meal planning ideas for eating out, grocery shopping, and when following special diets such as weight control, sports nutrition or vegetarianism. Loaded with appendixes, menu ideas and recipes, the book takes the guesswork out of healthy eating and sound nutritution. While focusing on teens, the book is written for adults. Coaches, mothers, and teachers will find scientifically-based content with many resources on nutritional data, governmental agencies, and organizations dealing specifically with food-related issues. Fueling the Teen Machine would make a great reference guide for parents, athletes, or any teen needing to make smarter, healthier choices in today’s fast-food world. -Kathy (Downtown)