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Agricultural Biotechnology - The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is primarily responsible for regulating
biotechnology in the United States. |
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DASH Diet (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute) - Research has
found that diet affects the development of high blood pressure, or hypertension (medical term). Recently, two studies showed
that following a particular eating plan - called the DASH Diet - and reducing the amount of sodium consumed lowers blood
pressure. |
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Healthfinder.gov - This
site has hand-picked health information from A to Z including: prevention & wellness, diseases & conditions, alternative
medicine - plus medical dictionaries, encyclopedia, journals, and more |
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National Cancer Institute - The National Cancer Institute coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and
supports research, training, health information dissemination, and other programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis,
prevention, and treatment of cancer, rehabilitation from cancer, and the continuing care of cancer patients and the families of
cancer patients. |
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Steps to a Healthier You - One size doesn't fit all. MyPyramid Plan can help
you choose the foods and amounts that are right for you. |
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Todos los Temas - Healthfinder.gov en español -
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| Private Resources |
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American Dietetic Association - ADA's mission is to promote optimal nutrition and well-being for all people by advocating for its
members. |
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Cyber Diet - Cyberdiet
features a vast array of nutritional information, interactive tools, discussion groups and more to help users reach their
goals. |
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Dietsite.com - This site is
designed to educate individuals about general health and nutrition topics. |
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Got Milk? - This is a fun site to
learn about the importance of milk; plus you can see celebrities in milk mustaches |
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Mayo
Clinic - Healthy Recipes Center - Everything from quick breakfasts to elegant dinners,
soups, sauces and baked goods. Mayo Clinic registered dietitians take your recipes and make them healthier by reducing the
calories, fat and salt but not the taste. |
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Nutrition Explorations - The fun and easy way to teach and learn nutrition. This site has great sections individualized for
kids, educators, parent, and school food service. |
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Shape Up America! -
The purpose of Shape Up America! is to educate the public on the importance of the achievement and maintenance of a
healthy body weight through the adoption of increased physical activity and healthy eating. |
