The Problem Of Changing Food Habits

"This report deals with the influence of psychological factors upon the adjustment to a prescribed diet. The observations were made on children in whom a change of previous eating habits became necessary for medical reasons. Investigation of the family background permitted insight into the factors influencing the child's personality development in general and his success or failure in adjusting to the new diet in particular"--Publisher's description.

The term 'Anthropology of Food' has become an accepted abbreviation for the study of anthropological perspectives on food, diet and nutrition, an increasingly important subdivision of anthropology that encompasses a rich variety of perspectives, academic approaches, theories, and methods. Its multi-disciplinary nature adds to its complexity. This is the first publication to offer guidance for researchers working in this diverse and expanding field of anthropology.

Author note: Marvin Harris is a Graduate Research Professor of Anthropology at the University of Florida. Eric B. Ross has taught at Mount Holyoke and the University of Michigan.

"This report deals with the influence of psychological factors upon the adjustment to a prescribed diet. The observations were made on children in whom a change of previous eating habits became necessary for medical reasons. Investigation of the family background permitted insight into the factors influencing the child's personality development in general and his success or failure in adjusting to the new diet in particular"--Publisher's description.