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Reviewed Nutrition Government Links
(viewing 1 - 5 of 13)Choose My Plate
US Department of Agriculture
This site provides information on the revised standards for healthy eating (formerly MyPyramid). Rather than stating the same standards for everyone to follow, it now recognizes that "one size does not fit all" and that people should choose the foods and amounts that are right for them. The site includes a tool to figure out the right requirements for you, as well as many articles, tools, publications and resources. This site contains a wealth of information that is valuable to everyone.
Menu Planner
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
This interactive menu planner is designed to guide daily food and meal choices based on one day's calorie allowance. It may be used in advance to plan a meal, or at the end of a day to add up total calories, as well as fat, and carbohydrates consumed. This site is very easy to use and is a great way to get a better understanding of what you are eating in a day.
Weight-Control Information Network
NIDDK
The Weight-control Information Network provides the general public, health professionals, the media, and Congress with up-to-date, science-based information on weight control, obesity, physical activity, and related nutritional issues. The materials include fact sheets, brochures and more.
Fruits and Veggies Matter
CDC
This portion of the CDC's website spotlights a fruit and vegetable for each month of the year, as well as listing archives from previous months/years. The site includes a picture that when clicked on displays selection, storage, preparation and recipe information for incorporation of that item into your diet. This is a very unique and definitely useful site to check out.
Fruit and Veggies Matter
US Department of Health and Human Services
This site is divided into sections for men and women, as well as general information, and provides information about getting enough servings of fruits and vegetables each day. The site includes articles, quizes, tip sheets and more. The site is very pleasing to the eye and is easy to navigate. The information is presented in easy to understand formats and is definitely worth checking out.
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