"This title presents the history of food science. Vivid text details how early studies of nutrition and food chemistry led to today's food safety standards and genetically modified crops. It also puts a spotlight on the brilliant scientists who made these advances possible."--Publisher's website.

Rickets, putrid meat, and plumpy'nut -- Ancient theories to Renaissance revelations -- Birth of modern food science -- Food preservation and safety -- The government gets involved -- Great War, Great Depression, Great Science -- The rise of agribusiness -- Emergence of the food label -- The future of food science.