Books in You and your body series

A new series which introduces the body to children. Photographs with artwork superimposed show readers how the inside of the body looks and works. Special features on maintaining good health through a balanced diet and exercise, as well as information on issues relevant to each title. Digestion outlines the way in which the body transforms food into useful products to keep us healthy and active. The function of different body parts is discussed, including the teeth, liver, pancreas, gall bladder and kidneys. Digestive problems such as indigestion, diarrhoea, constipation and malnutrition are also covered. Lungs outlines the main features of the respiratory system and tips on how to keep the lungs healthy, including the importance of regular exercise and the dangers of smoking. Lung diseases are also covered, such as asthma, lung cancer and bronchitis.

The foods that we eat can help or harm our bodies. Our bodies need nutrients such as salt and carbohydrates to survive. But too much or too little can have consequences. We also feed our bodies things unnecessary things, like caffeine. These may have benefits. But they can also do harm. In Nutrition and Your Body, learn about how different nutrients interact with the body. Discover how the body digests them, the changes they cause in the body, and the good and bad effects they have on us.