Nutrition
It's hard to overstate the impact of a balanced diet on personal health. The following resources provide healthy eating guidelines and the latest in nutrition research.
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Recommendations for food and beverage choices that add up to a healthy eating pattern.dietaryguidelines.gov -
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Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics articles on food and health, with an expert directory.eatright.org -
Pediatric nutrition advice and articles from the American Academy of Pediatrics.healthychildren.org - Also see: Growing Healthy -
Science-based information on health, nutrition, and food safety.ific.org -
Highly-rated calorie counter app featuring food database, easy logging, and barcode scanning.mynetdiary.com - Free; Paid premium tier -
Dietary guidelines and learning activities from the United States Department of Agriculture.myplate.gov -
Evidence-based summaries for health professionals and consumers.ods.od.nih.gov -
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USDA nutrition information on healthy eating, life stages, and health conditions, with recipes.nutrition.gov -
Public service providing updates on the latest nutrition research via podcast and videos.nutritionfacts.org -
Editorials on healthy eating and the latest developments in nutrition science.self.com -
Federal nutrition assistance programs including SNAP, WIC, and school meals, and how to apply.fna.usda.gov
Organizations
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Professional organization dedicated to advancing the knowledge and application of nutrition.nutrition.org -
UK charity offering evidence-based nutrition guidance, webinars, and a peer-reviewed journal.nutrition.org.uk -
Organization dedicated to improving the health and nutrition of populations at risk.gainhealth.org -
Non-profit providing treatment and support options for individuals affected by eating disorders.nationaleatingdisorders.org -
Canadian association comprised of healthcare professionals, researchers, and policy makers.obesitycanada.ca -
Diet recipes, cooking classes, and culinary tours rooted in cultural food traditions.oldwayspt.org