The Dietary Computer

<p>The Dietary Computer (1902) by Ellen Henrietta (Swallow) Richards offers an early exploration of nutritional science and its practical applications in daily life. Richards a pioneering figure in home economics presents a systematic approach to understanding the caloric and nutritional content of foods. This book provides a method for calculating dietary needs and balancing meals. </p> <p>A valuable resource for those interested in the history of nutrition domestic science and the evolving understanding of food's impact on health The Dietary Computer reflects the early 20th-century focus on efficiency and scientific management applied to household tasks. Its enduring appeal lies in its accessible approach to complex nutritional concepts making it a fascinating glimpse into the past and a useful reference for modern readers interested in the foundations of dietary science.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>