News & Research
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American Dietetic Association.
The American Dietetic Association is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. Its website contains a wealth of nutrition information.
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Nutrient Data Laboratory of the Agricultural Research Service.
This database is the foundation of most food and nutrition databases in the United States, used in food policy, research and nutrition monitoring.
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The Food and Nutrition Information Center. National Agricultural Library of the United States Department of Agriculture.
This site provides credible, accurate, practical resources for nutrition and health professionals, educators, government personnel and consumers.
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Search MedlinePlus® to find authoritative consumer health information.
The US National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health put together this excellent website with authoritative medical information and health news.
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Healthfinder. Department of Health and Human Services, National Health Information Center.
Search for health information from government and non-profit sources.
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Health Information - National Institutes of Health. Department of Health and Human Services, National Health Information Center.
An authoritative and extensive database that is searchable by body system, medical condition or general health topic.
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Dietary nutrient intakes and skin-aging appearance among middle-aged American women.
Maeve C Cosgrove, Oscar H Franco, Stewart P Granger, Peter G Murray and Andrew E Mayes. From Corporate Research (MCC, OHF, and AEM) and Statistics Group (PGM), Unilever Colworth Park, Bedford, United Kingdom, and Unilever R&D Port Sunlight, Wirral, United Kingdom (SPG)
Higher intakes of Vitamin C are associated with lower likelihoods of a wrinkled appearance. -
Who's Taking Your Family's Health To Heart?
American College of Cardiology Website.
A good and practical article explaining why eating healthy foods is good for heart health. -
10 Worst and Best Foods
Nutrition Action Healthletter. Center for Science in the Public Interest. 2007.
Citrus fruits are listed among the 10 best foods to eat. -
Functional Foods Fact Sheet: Antioxidants
International Food Information Council Foundation. March 2006
An easy-to-read reference noting sources and benefits of antioxidants. -
Functional Foods: Their Role in Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Claire M. Hasler, Ph.D. Institute of Food Technologists Expert Panel on Food Safety and Nutrition.
Provides an overview of functional foods, what they are, and references of studies on citrus fruits. -
Fruits and Vegetables.
The Nutrition Source. Knowledge for Healthy Eating. Department of Nutrition. Harvard School of Public Health.
The latest research suggests that eating plenty of fruits and vegetables is best for the heart.
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MyPyramid.Gov
United States Department of Agriculture.
A great tool to create personalized eating plans that can help you assess your eating choices. -
Recipe and Meal Planner Guide. National Diabetes Education Program
A Spanish and English guide to planning healthy meals for diabetics. This is a Joint Initiative of the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Travel Medicine/Preparation
Divers Alert Network.
A great guide to eating overseas, including foods to avoid and foods that are safe to eat. -
The Nutrition Source
Knowledge for Healthy Eating. Department of Nutrition. Harvard School of Public Health.
An excellent website that provides clear tips for healthy eating including what you should eat and why. -
A Healthy Diet
A great resource for planning a healthy diet, including answers to common health and nutrition questions.
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The Story on Scars
Find out how you get scars, what they are and even how to keep from getting them!
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GirlsHealth.Gov
A guide to eating well that’s just for girls.