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Diet American Dietetic Association (ADA) 
 Contains information on diet and nutrition, an introduction to careers in dietetics, a list of upcoming conferences and events, related links, and more. http://www.eatright.org/ Topics: Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Oct 24, 2005 American Heart Association (AHA): Delicious Decisions
A site for learning how to eat right, stay fit, and establish good habits for a lifetime. Features the AHA Food Pyramid, grocery shopping advice, recipes, heart-healthy tips for dining out, and suggestions for a fitness routine. From the American Heart Association. http://www.americanheart.org/deliciousdecisions/ Topics: Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Sep 27, 2008 Beyond Vegetarianism: Transcending Outdated Dogmas
"Reports from veterans of vegetarian and raw-food diets, veganism, fruitarianism, and instinctive eating, plus new science from paleolithic diet research and clinical nutrition." Explores the varieties and psychology of idealistic diet which may lead to "orthorexia nervosa"--health and behavioral problems arising from rigid adherence to alternative diets. http://www.beyondveg.com/ Topics: Mental Conditions, Nutrition & Food Safety, Recipes & Food Preparation, Science, Women's Health Last updated Feb 27, 2005 The Fitness Jumpsite
This site contains articles on exercise, diet and nutrition, child fitness, adventure, martial arts, equipment for home gyms, and more. Maintained by two certified personal trainers. http://www.primusweb.com/fitnesspartner/ Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety, Sports Last updated Jul 25, 2005 Food and Nutrition Information Center (FNIC)
A collection of links about eating disorders, dietary guidelines around the world, the cultural diversity of food in the U.S., newsletters and discussion groups, dietary supplements (including herbs, vitamins, and minerals), food composition, and various food pyramids. Additionally, there are databases of training and educational materials. The Consumer Corner contains materials most often asked for by the public. From the National Agricultural Library and the University of Maryland. Searchable. http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/ Topics: Agriculture, Drugs & Medications by Type, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Jan 15, 2007 LowCarbFriends.com
A motivation and support site for Atkins and other "low carb" diet plans. Includes a collection of carbohydrate counts for popular diet foods, a body mass calculator, recommended exercises, sample menus, recipes, product reviews, a marketplace, links, and glossary. Searchable. http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Nutrition & Food Safety, Recipes & Food Preparation Last updated Mar 20, 2004 Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid
This site provides "a new Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid. This is the first food pyramid developed to encourage weight loss, weight maintenance and long term health." It promotes low-energy-dense foods, healthy choices within each food group, and unlimited allowances of whole vegetables and fruits, and uniquely places physical activity at the center of the pyramid. In addition to the pyramid chart, there is a brief explanation of its elements. http://www.mayoclinic.org/news2000-rst/772.html Topics: Health, Health, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Mar 16, 2004 MyPyramid.gov
This official government Web site provides information about the food guide pyramid released in 2005 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Includes detailed information for every food group represented in the new "sideways" pyramid (which is an update on the 1992 food pyramid); a personalized food guide based on your age, sex, and activity level; and related tips and resources for consumers, educators, and professionals. Searchable. http://mypyramid.gov Topics: Agriculture, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Nutrition & Food Safety, Senior Health Last updated May 5, 2005 NATS: Nutrition Analysis Tools and System
Use this site to analyze the nutrient content of foods, including fast foods and foods by brand name. Features definitions of nutrients, their functions, recommended amounts, and key foods; an energy calculator; and other resources. Note: Site maintained by Circle Group Holdings, maker of Z-Trim, a fat substitute. http://nat.crgq.com/ Topics: Drugs & Medications by Type, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Feb 18, 2004 Nutridiary
This site allows users to generate "a free online food and exercise diary." Provides calories and nutrition facts from the "generic and unprocessed food database (6,000+ foods) ... while the expanded database that includes the branded and restaurant foods (26,000+ foods)" is available for a fee. Also allows user to create meals to aid in entering data. Also includes discussion forums and testimonials. http://www.nutridiary.com Topics: Nonfiction by Genre, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Dec 6, 2004 Nutrition and Your Health: Dietary Guidelines for Americans
"The Guidelines provide authoritative advice for people two years and older about how good dietary habits can promote health and reduce risk for major chronic diseases. They serve as the basis for Federal food and nutrition education programs." Includes current and past issues of the Guidelines, tips for using the Guidelines, and related links. A joint publication of the U.S. departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture. http://www.health.gov/dietaryguidelines/ Topics: Agriculture, Nutrition & Food Safety, Senior Health Last updated May 5, 2005 The Nutrition Source: Knowledge for Healthy Eating
This searchable site provides "timely information on diet and nutrition for clinicians, allied health professionals, and the public." It offers tips for healthy eating, gives information on the various components of diet (fats, carbohydrates, fruit, protein, etc.), and discusses how to interpret media coverage of diet and nutrition news. "And you won't just find out what you should eat, but why." From the Harvard School of Public Health. http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/ Topics: Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Jan 14, 2003 NutritionData
This site provides a searchable database of food composition and nutrition information. Each result includes a nutrition facts panel; a calorie ratio pyramid for carbohydrates, fats, and protein; and detailed information about minerals, vitamins, and other components of the food item. Also includes nutritional data for some fast-food restaurants and other nutrition tools. Information is based primarily on data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), supplemented by other sources. http://www.nutritiondata.com/ Topics: Agriculture, Drugs & Medications by Type, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated May 5, 2005 Prevention
Prevention magazine sponsors this extensive website for eating healthy, natural remedies, family health, and diet and weight loss. http://www.prevention.com/ Topics: Food & Cooking, Health, Magazines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Nov 30, 2007 Salt: Is Your Food Full of It?
This site is part of a British government campaign to reduce the amount of salt eaten by people in the U.K. The site provides materials applicable to all, such as a list of processed foods high in salt (cheese, pickles, soy sauce, and other), the health effects of excessive salt (high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke), and material about the appropriate amount of salt for children. Note: Measurements are given in grams. http://www.salt.gov.uk Topics: Herbs, Spices, Condiments, and Flavorings, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Mar 22, 2007 Shape Up America!
This organization, established by C. Everett Koop, former Surgeon General of the U.S. focuses on decreasing obesity, stressing simple changes in diet and exercise habits that easily acquired. There's even a kitchen (Cyberkitchen) to help you balance meals with physical activity. You can determine where your weight is by getting your Body Mass Index at the BMI Center. Then you can go on to determine your fitness level and suggested physical activities. http://www.shapeup.org/ Topics: Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Apr 1, 2003 smallstep.gov
An alarming rise in deaths in the last 10 years due to poor diet and exercise has prompted this site. Take the "small steps" to better nutrition and health by browsing the headings: "Getting the Facts," "Eating Better," "Getting Active," and "Learning More." Includes success stories and an e-mail newsletter. Also available in Spanish. From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.smallstep.gov/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Apr 28, 2004 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
This is "an international nonprofit weight loss support group," in existence since 1948, which does not sell or promote any particular products. There is a small annual membership fee and members receive their weight loss plan from consultation with their own physician. Archives has articles back to December 1997 which offer encouragement, recipes, health tips, and success stories. You can search for local chapters with a zip code. http://www.tops.org/ Topics: Health, Health, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Oct 26, 2001 Traditional Diet Pyramids
Good overview of eating pyramids based on traditional Asian, Latin American, Mediterranean, and vegetarian diets, with graphs and supporting documents and contemporary perspectives on each. " These Diet Pyramids describe diets for most healthy adults." From Oldways, whose "programs are focused on the simple triangle of principles: nutrition (health, science), tradition (pleasure, joy, history) and sustainability (environment, organic)." http://oldwayspt.org/pyramids.html Topics: Agriculture, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Mar 29, 2007 U.C. Berkeley Wellness Letter.com
The Wellness Letter "translates ... leading-edge research into practical advice for daily living." The site features selected articles from recent issues, a guide to dietary supplements (about one-half of the listings are available to nonsubscribers), and a guide to staying healthy, with discussions of issues relating to fitness, nutrition, and longevity. From the School of Public Health at the University of California, Berkeley. http://www.berkeleywellness.com Topics: Health, Magazines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Aug 13, 2006 USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
This government site has the latest nutritional and dietary guidelines and news releases as well as recipes. When you sign in to The Interactive Healthy Eating Index with age and gender information, it will compare your diet to the food pyramid and give you a score based on analysis of the foods and quantities you provide, as compared to recommended intake levels. The Index requires screen setting and display of at least 800x600 DPI and 256 colors. Some of the files require Adobe Acrobat Reader. http://www.usda.gov/cnpp/ Topics: Agriculture, Nutrition & Food Safety, Senior Health Last updated Sep 13, 2000 |
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