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A healthy diet can help protect you from heart disease, bone loss, colorectal cancer, and diabetes. If you eat a healthy diet and exercise, you can keep your body strong and fit.... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The Dietary Guidelines provide easily understood, science-based information on how Americans can choose diets that promote good health. These guidelines are user-friendly, specific in citing good food... Details >
Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
This site contains over 300 food safety, nutrition and cosmetic questions that consumers frequently ask. The answers are from material prepared by the federal public health and regulatory agencies res... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
This Web site provides consumers with a centralized resource for identifying the healthier choices and nutrition information from restaurants nationwide. Developed in collaboration with the National R... Details >
The Indian Health Service is working both to improve the health of patients with nutrition related diseases, and to prevent these illnesses in future generations through interventions in schools, comm... Details >
Indian Health Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
This report will serve as the basis for the sixth edition of Nutrition and Your Health: Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which HHS and USDA expect to publish in January 2005.... Details >
This site, part of HHS' National Women's Health Information Center, provides girls ages 10-16 with information on fitness, nutrition, stress management, disabilities, chronic illness, relationships wi... Details >
This publication is a collection of Native American recipes from tribes across North America. Traditional recipes include bison recipes, blue corn recipes, and traditional breads.... Details >
This booklet is designed to make it easy to fit low-fat, high-fiber eating into busy schedules.... Details >
Federal Citizen Information Center, U.S. General Services Administration
In collaboration with key partner organizations in Alaska, the ATSDR Alaska Traditional Diet Project assists consumers of Alaskan traditional foods to make informed dietary decisions to prevent advers... Details >
This database provides the nutrition value of native foods.... Details >
This publication provides information and encouragement to American Indian and Alaska Native women on breastfeeding. It explains the benefits for baby, mom and society, and also provides frequently as... Details >
Dietary exchange list for Asian American Cuisine for controlling weight and diabetes.... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Also available in: Spanish
This Web page provides general nutrition information and more specific information about nutrition and a variety of diseases and conditions.... Details >
Do you have a question about Child Nutrition Programs? Are you looking for information on nutrition? The School Nutrition Association can help you find the answers and resources you need.... Details >
Chronic diseases accounted for 5 of the leading 6 causes of disease in 2002 in the United States. Physical inactivity and unhealthy eating contribute to obesity and a number of chronic diseases, inclu... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
This site provides a variety of information including tips for healthy eating, quick breakfast ideas, easy snack ideas, and more to help you keep a healthy weight.... Details >
Weight-Control Information Network, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Body and Soul is a health program developed for African American churches. The program encourages church members to eat a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables every day for better health.... Details >
Girls 9 to 14 can use their "Girl Power!" for this nutrition word game. See if you can identify the 17calcium foods listed at this web site. Get the answers to the puzzle here too.... Details >
SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
Find the right amount of carbohydrates recommended for your diet.... Details >
This USDA program was established to provide healthy meals and snacks in child and adult day care facilities. The CACFP reimburses participating day care operators for their meal costs and provides th... Details >
The mission of the Child Care Nutrition Resource System is to provide resources, recipes, and information on preparing nutritious meals as well as food safety to those who participate in the USDA's Ch... Details >
National Agricultural Library, U.S. Department of Agriculture
This page provides links to information about the National School Lunch Program, the School Breakfast Program, the Special Milk Program, and the Summer Food Service Program.... Details >
This page provide links to consumer advice and publications on food safety, nutrition, and cosmetics.Topics include foodborne illness, food preparation, food labeling, women's health, seniors, and mor... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Developed by the Food and Nutrition Information Center of the National Agricultural Library, Consumer Corner is for members of the public and professionals who work with them. It provides reliable an... Details >
Food and Nutrition Information Center, U.S. Department of Agriculture
Consumer Reports on Health is a monthly, 12-page health newsletter published in print and in electronic form by Consumers Union. The newsletter offers independent, unbiased news, information, and reco... Details >
From this page users can link to Food and Drug Administration fact sheets, policy, and regulations on fish, fruits and vegetables, meat and poultry, nutrition, product recalls, and safety. Special in... Details >
First read the facts, then see how much you remember when you do the crossword puzzle. Ask your family to join you in solving the crossword.... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Also available in: Spanish
This publication is part of a set of booklets that present key steps that Latinos can take to reduce their chances of having a heart attack or stroke. Written in a friendly English/Spanish side-by-sid... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Also available in: Spanish
This publication is part of a set of booklets that present key steps that Latinos can take to reduce their chances of having a heart attack or stroke. Written in a friendly English/Spanish side-by-sid... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Currently, only 10 percent of African-Americans meet the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommended 3 servings of dairy foods per day. According to the recently published National Medical Assoc... Details >
The information on this web site is designed to show you how to enjoy delicious meals and have the benefit of good nutrition all at the same time. Includes AHA nutrition recommendations and guidelines... Details >
Learn to cook some of your favorite, traditional Latino dishes in a heart-healthy way. This bilingual cookbook contains 23 tested recipes that cut down on fat, cholesterol, and sodium but not on taste... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Have you been tempted by ads for products promising quick, easy weight loss? Unfortunately, the products – whether a fad diet, fancy potion or funky machine – usually don't deliver on their promises. ... Details >
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of mortality among American Indians.... Details >
Depending on the supplement, your age, and your health, taking more than the recommended 100% DV (daily value) could be harmful to your health. This document provides a general introduction to dietary... Details >
EAT SMART. PLAY HARD.TM is a national nutrition education and promotion campaign. It is designed to convey science-based, behavior-focused and motivational messages about healthy eating and physical ... Details >
Girls learn about good nutrition, choosing healthy foods and using food labels to make smart snack choices. Dieting advice and word games are included.... Details >
SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
The Administration on Aging’s (AoA) Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP) provides grants to support nutrition services to older people throughout the country. The ENP is authorized under Title III, Grants ... Details >
U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Healthy nutrition is not just about diet. Here are some things you should know about what makes a balanced diet. ... Details >
Some important facts about the egg and answers to some egg questions -- which came first, the chicken or the egg? how long do you think it takes a hen to make an egg and lay it? New egg recipes; fun ... Details >
Also available in: Korean Vietnamese
Food at fast food resturants are high in calories, fat and salt.... Details >
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The Food Research and Action Center (FRAC) works to reduce hunger nationwide and provides this list of Federal Food Programs available to help children grow and learn.... Details >
Kids, play this game and see how much you know about nutrition and eating smart so you can grow up strong and healthy.... Details >
How you feed your newborn is the first nutrition decision you will make for your child. Take a closer look at these guidelines for breastfeeding and bottle-feeding so you can make an informed decision... Details >
A balanced diet needs to contain a proper mix of carbohydrates, fat, fiber and protein. Use this calculator to find out how many calories from fiber you should be eating daily.... Details >
Visit this national referral service if you are searching for a registered dietitian close to your home or business. Consumers, professionals, restaurant owners, and food distributors alike will find ... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
This booklet provides ideas and tips for pregnant women to help them improve eating plan and become more physically active before, during, and after their pregnancy.... Details >
Weight-Control Information Network, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Also available in: Spanish
This site links child care and afterschool providers to a wide variety of physical activity and nutrition resources. You will find links to activities, lesson plans, healthy recipes, information for p... Details >
National Child Care Information Center, Administration for Children and Families
A list of publications about food and nutrition available online and from the Consumer Information Center (CIC), U.S. General Services Administration (GSA)... Details >
Federal Citizen Information Center, U.S. General Services Administration
This page enables users to search FNIC databases simultaneously (except FSRIO and IBIDS). ... Details >
Food and Nutrition Information Center, U.S. Department of Agriculture
Food and Nutrition Information Center resource lists are subject-specific bibliographies for consumers and professionals. They cover the following topics: child nutrition and health, dietary supplemen... Details >
Food and Nutrition Information Center, U.S. Department of Agriculture
This page links to information on a variety of food and nutrition topics arranged alphabetically.... Details >
Food and Nutrition Information Center, U.S. Department of Agriculture
The American Dietetic Association (ADA)’s Knowledge Center provides food and nutrition information for consumers, health professionals, and ADA members. The resources on this page can help consumers a... Details >
This page links to food and nutrition research projects specific to Alaska Native and American Indian populations.... Details >
This page provides a list of frequently asked questions about the Child Nutrition (CN) Commodity Programs and how they work. CN Commodity Programs are a food distribution program of the U.S. Departmen... Details >
These FDA Food Labeling web pages address the labeling requirements for foods under the Federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act and its amendments. Food labeling is required for most prepared foods, such a... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Traditional food systems such as hunting, fishing and gathering have declined and there has been an increased reliance on purchased foods and Federal food program commodities... Details >
This page from the National Consumers League links to food safety and nutrition resources, including publications and press releases.... Details >
This site provides interactive games, flyers of information available for print, and clips intended for kids to prevent obesity and maintain a healthy lifestyle. ... Details >
This site provides obesity prevention tools and resources for parents to use on the front lines--when eating out, at home, at school, and at the doctor's. ... Details >
This site contains valuable information intended for kids nationwide to make healthy lifestyle choices; provides information on foods that are good and taste good, ideas to get involved in the issue a... Details >
This site provides answers to the most frequently asked questions about IV and Tube feeding, including a link to contact the largest nutrition support centers in the US.... Details >
The Fruits & Veggies—More Matters health initiative suggests simple ways to add more fruits and vegetables to every eating occasion. It also offers expert cooking advice, nutrition information, and sh... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
This site offers selected puzzles and games for kids to have fun and learn at the same time. ... Details >
Also available in: Vietnamese
Serve Up a Healthy Life--Give the Gift of Good Nutrition talks about the heart health benefits of proper nutrition. ... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
This glossary defines some basic and scientific terms associated with food and nutrition.... Details >
This web site offers easy recipes for nutritious meals that kids can make and a link to a kids' contest page where young people can enter to win the American Heart Association Kids’ Cookbook and learn... Details >
Nonprofit/Professional Entity--Follow the Resource URL for More Information
The consumer market overflows with publications on nutrition, fitness and health. The publications listed on this page represent resources covering a broad range of nutrition and health topics and pro... Details >
Nutrition facts labels are on the side of everything you eat, and you can even find nutritional information for most recipes. Use this online guide to help you make the best choices about what you eat... Details >
HealthierUS.Gov is a Web site supporting the President's HealthierUS initiative by providing links to credible, accurate information from the Federal Government that can help Americans choose to live ... Details >
Research has shown that following a healthy eating plan can both reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure and lower an already elevated blood pressure. ... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Have fun finishing this crossword puzzle! Grab a pencil and test your knowledge of healthy foods.... Details >
Healthy People 2010 is the prevention agenda for the nation. It is a statement of national health objectives designed to identify the most significant preventable threats to health and to establish na... Details >
Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The mission of the Healthy School Meals Resource System (HSMRS) is to provide access to resources and training materials for child nutrition personnel, to facilitate dissemination of pertinent informa... Details >
National Agricultural Library, U.S. Department of Agriculture
This recipe book brings together many African American favorite recipes, prepared in a heart-healthy way lower in fat, especially saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium! It shows how to prepare dishes... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Also available in: Spanish
This site provides tips for parents to help their child-and the whole family-learn healthy eating and physical activity habits.... Details >
Weight-Control Information Network, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Also available in: Spanish
This guidance from the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition is intended to make it easier for you to use nutrition labels to make quick, informed food choices that contribute to a healthy diet... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
This page provides links to pages hosted by ARS, including the National Agricultural Library. It also has "Related Links" to web sites of other USDA agencies and other organizations.... Details >
This consumer publication suggests steps to take to change eating and exercise habits for healthier living. A substitution list provides lowfat alternatives to traditional African American foods. Tips... Details >
Weight-Control Information Network, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
This site contains information about infant formula including FDA's standards as it relates to the composition of these products, and how infant formula rates as an alternative to breastfeeding.... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
This Web site presents information on women's health by categories -- women who are pregnant, adolescents, working women, the elderly, women with infants, toddlers and pre-school children. A variety... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
The Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition studies the growing connection and interdependence between the environment, food, nutrition, and health. It comprehensively examines local, national and... Details >
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This peer-reviewed professional journal studies the growing elderly population from the standpoint of nutrition—the single most important environmental determinant of health. It comprehensively examin... Details >
Commercial Entity--Follow the Resource URL for More Information
Here's proof that what's good for your heart can be great for your taste buds. As the recipes in this special collection show, you don't have to lose flavor to gain heart health and keep the beat. ... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
This site provides a list of newsletter produced bi-monthly by the foundation to help consumers live with home parenteral and/or enteral nutrition.... Details >
Make Your Calories Count is an interactive online learning program that is designed to help consumers understand and use the Nutrition Facts label to plan a healthy diet while managing calorie intake.... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Healthy meals can be prepared in a short amount of time if you’re organized. The Meal Planner helps you balance your diet over the course of each week.... Details >
This site addresses the growing problem of inadequate calcium consumption among children and adolescents. It provides information and resources for the general public and health care professionals tha... Details >
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, National Institutes of Health
This new games site features children's animated action games, puzzles, and mazes that are designed to be fun while teaching them about the importance of calcium. ... Details >
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, National Institutes of Health
MyPyramid Tracker is an online dietary and physical activity assessment tool that provides information on your diet quality, physical activity status, related nutrition messages, and links to nutrient... Details >
Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture
Also available in: Spanish
MyPyramid offers personalized eating plans, interactive tools to help you plan and assess your food choices, and advice. People can tailor their caloric needs to their physical activity and find tips ... Details >
Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture
A survey report containing nutrition monitoring data that are used for food fortification policy, establishing dietary guidelines, and assessing government programs and initiatives.... Details >
National Center for Health Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
This pictorial image of the food pyramid highlights Native American foods.... Details >
National Agricultural Library, U.S. Department of Agriculture
Search by keyword or by nutrition topics for information on Native American nutrition.... Details >
Food and Nutrition Information Center, U.S. Department of Agriculture
The New American Plate emphasizes the kinds of foods that can significantly reduce our risk for disease. It also shows how to enjoy all foods in sensible portions. That is, it promotes a healthy weigh... Details >
This page has information on diet, nutrition, reading food labels, serving sizes for people with medical conditions and disabilities.... Details >
Cancer survivors often seek information and advice from their health care providers about food choices, physical activity, and dietary supplement use to improve their quality of life and survival. The... Details >
Links to information on Federal nutrition assistance programs -- WIC, food stamps, school nutrition, food distribution -- administered by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). The mission of FNS is to... Details >
This Web page includes nutrition programs and curricula for both elementary and middle school children.... Details >
This interactive web site was developed by National Dairy Council® for use by nutrition educators, parents and children to teach children about nutritious food and a healthy diet. ... Details >
Eating at least 3 servings of milk, cheese, or yogurt a day has benefits beyond helping you meet your calcium needs. They may play an important role in reducing your risk for high blood pressure, obes... Details >
This page links to nutrition related fact sheets on various topics, including dairy foods, dietary fats, fiber, diets, and more.... Details >
This brochure describes how consumers can use the Nutrition Facts label as they shop and plan meals. The brochure includes information that will help consumers understand the relationship between calo... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
This page provides quick tips and recipes to help you eat a colorful variety of fruits and vegetables everyday.... Details >
As a parent, your responsibility is to buy healthy groceries and serve nutritious food to your growing children. This page offers advice and tips for parents to promote healthy weight in growing child... Details >
If your goal is to lose weight or maintain your current healthy weight, here are some tips to help you achieve that goal. Remember, to maintain weight, you must balance calorie intake with calories bu... Details >
A federal resource that provides easy access to all online federal government information on nutrition -- including healthy eating and food safety. This information is intended to be used in the treat... Details >
This publication discusses nutritional risk of Native American elders. The publication provides information on social factors that relate to nutritional risk and chronic diseases that impact on nutrit... Details >
Overweight and obesity have reached epidemic proportions among Americans and result in an enormous toll of death, disease, disability, and reduced quality of life. This page presents facts and resourc... Details >
This tool helps you plan your food choices using the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans and USDA MyPyramid.... Details >
Inactivity often increases with age. Surveys show that by age 75, one-in-three men and one-in-two women are not physically active. Physical activity can help older adults prolong their independence an... Details >
U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Anyone eating on the run or at restaurants has probably noticed that food portions have gotten larger. To see if you know how today's portions compare to the portions available 20 years ago, quiz your... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Choose the crazy calcium caper or the powerful girl calendar. Have fun and learn about how calcium helps you build strong bones.... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Physicial health and wellness is a traditional value of Native peoples. The mainstay of their cultural heritage.... Details >
This page has links to the ARS Research National Programs. These programs serve to bring coordination, communication and empowerment to the more than 1200 research projects carried out by ARS.... Details >
Indigenous people have witnessed a steady erosion of their traditional food systems, food sovereignty, health security and livelihood security since contact with non-native settlers. ... Details >
The School Health Index (SHI) is a self-assessment and planning guide that enables schools to identify the strengths and weaknesses of their school health promotion policies and programs; develop an a... Details >
Users may search this database by keyword or by nutrient lists.... Details >
National Agricultural Library, U.S. Department of Agriculture
Also available in: Vietnamese
Information on good nutrition for a healthy life.... Details >
Being active means different things to different people. This page links to fitness resources, including tools for assessing your readiness to fit physical activity, nutrition requirements of active p... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
Today's lifestyle doesn't allow much room for health. And that's where Small Steps comes in. Explore this section further to get more in-depth facts about health, diet, and activity. ... Details >
You're hungry, again! Your stomach is grumbling. You reach for the only thing that will quiet the rumbling--a snack. You're growing. Your body needs extra energy and nutrients from food. Read these ti... Details >
This page links to numerous organizations and web sites that focus on weight and weight control.... Details >
The program offers simple, actionable information for tweens, encouraging them to seek out the Nutrition Facts on the food label, understand the information it provides, and use it for making healthfu... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
This federal program was created to ensure that children in lower-income areas could continue to receive nutritious meals during long school vacations, when they do not have access to school lunch or ... Details >
Test how well you read food labels for nutrition facts.... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
We Can! (Ways to Enhance Children's Activity & Nutrition) is a national program designed as a one-stop resource for parents and caregivers interested in practical tools to help children 8-13 years old... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
There are many ways to lose weight, but it is not always easy to keep the weight off. The key to successful weight loss is making changes in your eating and physical activity habits that you can keep ... Details >
Weight-Control Information Network, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
This publication dispels weight-loss and nutrition related common myths about diet, meal, physical activity, and food.... Details >
Weight-Control Information Network, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
How do your servings measure up? You might be surprised. Here's a helping of information to put you in the know. ... Details >
Learn about the potential benefits associated with eating more fruits and vegetables.... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
This WIC site features an online discussion group, a sharing center for materials developed by states, a learning center, reports and studies, and additional topics.... Details >
Food and Nutrition Information Center, U.S. Department of Agriculture
The mission of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutritiona... Details >