"The third edition of this book continues to provide a step-by-step approach guiding entry-level practitioners through the basic components of changing food behavior and improving nutritional status. Behavior change is a complex process, and there is an array of strategies to influence client knowledge, skills, and attitudes. In order to be effective change agents, nutrition professionals need a solid foundation of counseling and education principles, opportunities to practice new skills, and knowledge of evaluation methodologies. This book meets all of these needs in an organized, accessible, and engaging approach"--