Jesse's mother has to work late, so Jesse is responsible for cooking the family a healthy meal -- but he has no idea which ingredients to choose or how long the preparation will take. This program follows Jesse as he learns how to plan a well-balanced menu that fits in with a busy lifestyle. The video discusses the functioning of nutrients and their role in wholesome meals; menu-planning and basic items to keep on hand; and the growing trend of relying on convenience foods in today's fast-paced society.

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on February 27, 2013. Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.

Meet Jesse (1:22) -- Function of Food (3:01) -- Understanding Nutrients (4:14) -- Today's Fast Paced Society (3:51) -- Designing Menus (4:52) -- Different Menus (4:22) -- Credits: Designing Menus for Healthy Diets (0:42).