Your Inner Engine: An introductory course on human metabolism

"Your Inner Engine: An Introductory Course on Human Metabolism" explains the science behind the way our bodies process food. Written by Dr. Jane Vanderkooi, professor emeritus at the University of Pennsylvania, the book offers a conversational, easy-to-understand breakdown of the human metabolism. With students and other newcomers in mind, the text presents the material so that it can be easily understood without a background in chemistry.