
audiobook
by Dora C. C. L. (Dora Cathrine Cristine Liebel) Roper
*By*
·DEDICATION·
INTRODUCTORY NOTE TO SECOND EDITION
INTRODUCTION
PREFACE
PART ONE
PART TWOPREPARATION OF FOODS.
PART THREE
PART FOUR
PART FOUR
Scientific feeding offers a clear, step‑by‑step look at how everyday meals can be shaped to support health and prevent illness. Drawing on decades of nursing and medical experience, the author explains the roles of different foods, from vegetables and legumes to fish, eggs, and breads, and shows how proper classification and preparation affect the body’s nourishment. Practical tables list measures, weights, and caloric values, making it easy for anyone to compare options. The tone is straightforward, aimed at home cooks, school cafeterias, and institutional kitchens alike.
Beyond the basics, the book provides complete menus for various life stages—pregnancy, childhood, the elderly—and even budget‑friendly plans that feed a family of five on a modest weekly allowance. Sample recipes for soups, salads, sauces, and desserts illustrate how to combine ingredients for maximum nutrition without sacrificing flavor. Sections on disease prevention discuss how specific dietary choices can alleviate constipation, support tuberculosis recovery, or manage obesity. Readers will find concise guidelines for food storage, sanitation, and mental hygiene, turning everyday cooking into a science of well‑being.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (420K characters)
Release date
2025-04-13
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
b. 1873
A little-known early 20th-century writer on food and health, she wrote practical books that connect diet, everyday habits, and well-being. Her work reflects the period’s growing interest in nutrition, home care, and alternative approaches to medicine.
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