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Food Composition
USDA Nutrient Data Laboratory
TomatoThe Nutrient Data Laboratory (NDL) has been compiling and developing food composition databases for over a century. Current version of the database is Standard Reference, Release 21. Find links to NDL resources, including online nutrient search, lists of individual nutrients, PDA downloads and more.
Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Food Surveys Research Group
What We Eat surveyFood Surveys Research Group (FSRG) monitors/assesses food consumption and related behaviors of the American population by conducting surveys, including the "What's In The Foods You Eat" survey.
Resources on Individual Macronutrients, Phytonutrients, Vitamins & Minerals
  • Macronutrients - includes general and specific resources on carbohydrates, proteins, fiber, fats and cholesterol, water, as well as interactive tools.
  • Phytonutrients - includes general information, government-related sites, and resources on specific phytonutrients such as tea, lycopene, and phytoestrogens.
  • Vitamins and Minerals - includes general information as well as resources for specific vitamins and minerals.
International Food Composition Resources
Resources include food composition tables and databases from other countries.
Food FYI
Plate of vegetablesFind resources and links to information about a variety of foods and commodities, including many fruits and vegetables.
Additional Resources
Find links to more nutrient composition resources, including non-governmental nutrient analysis tools and websites, a fiber content chart, a fast food nutrition search tool, and more.

Last Modified: Sep 18, 2008  
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Food Composition
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    Individual Macronutrients, Phytonutrients, Vitamins & Minerals
    International Food Composition Resources
    Food FYI
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