Government Resources |
America's Eating Habits: Changes and Consequences -
provides different perspectives on the nutrition problems in the United States: what are the economic costs
associated with unhealthy eating patterns; how do dietary patterns compare with dietary recommendations;
and a lot more |
Consumer Advice - Information available to the public about food safety and food
products. |
Eating Smart: A Nutrition Resource List for Consumers - By the Food and Nutrition Information Center (FNIC), reliable general nutrition and
healthy eating resources for consumers. Includes books, newsletters, and WWW materials. |
FNS - Women,
Infants and Children Program - has a mission to safeguard the health of
low-income women, infants and children up to age 5 who are at nutritional risk by providing nutritious foods to
supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care. |
FNS Online - Child
Nutrition Programs - provide healthy, nutritious meals and snacks to the
nation’s children. Through the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, school children
have access to healthy meals. Through the Special Milk Program, school children who do not have access to
other meal programs can supplement their day with a serving of milk. |
FNS Online - Food Stamp
Program - Provides good service and helps food stamp customers get
informational materials; the Food Stamp Program (FSP) provides a toll free 800 number (1-800-221-5689).
Customers who want easy, 24-hour a day, 7 days a week, access to information about the FSP can take
advantage of this service. |
FNS Online -
Nutrition Assistance Programs - increases food security and reduces hunger
in partnership with cooperating organizations by providing children and low-income people access to food, a
healthful diet, and nutrition education in a manner that supports American agriculture and inspires public
confidence. |
Food and Nutrition
Information Center (FNIC) - FNIC's web site provides links to credible, up-
to-date, and practical resources for use by consumers, nutrition and health professionals, educators and
government agencies. Exclusive to the FNIC web site content, are extensive resource lists on specific food and
nutrition topics. |
Food, Nutrition and
Consumer Services - ensures access to nutritious, healthful diets for all
Americans. Through food assistance and nutrition education for consumers, FNCS encourages consumers to
make healthful food choices. Today, rather than simply providing food, FNCS works to empower consumers
with knowledge of the link between diet and health, providing dietary guidance based on
research. |
Life Stages - Nutrition.Gov - Find great
information about nutrition and healthy eating for infants, children, adolescents, men, women and
seniors. |
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. |
Private Resources |
US Dry Bean Council - More than 100 recipies to help include beans in your daily diet, tips on cooking,
soaking, and preparing beans. |