Nutrition Resources
Anyone can Google a nutrition related topic and find thousands of links but are they reliable? Each of the topics listed have several reliable, accurate, and many research-based websites. Some links are more informative and others are fun and resourceful. Always use best judgment when reading information on the web. Do your research and remember a Registered Dietitian is your best resource for nutrition information.
Basic Nutrition
Listed are research based and reliable nutrition websites providing basic nutrition and food information to the public.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
USDA Food & Nutrition Information Center
Mayo Clinic Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010
Alliance for a Healthier Generation
American Cancer Society - Generation Fit
Society for Nutrition Education
USDA Food Composition and Nutrition Links
American Society for Nutrition
Food Allergies
There are many types of food allergies. Listed are informative food allergy websites to help answer and provide help to those with allergies.
FAAN – The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network
AAAAI – American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Gluten Free & Celiac Disease
Being gluten free means no wheat, rye, barley and other gluten containing grains. Below are some supportive links to help those trying or needing to go gluten free.
Celiac Disease is an autoimmune disease caused by a reaction to gluten found in certain grains. Listed are informative websites on Celiac.
NDDIC – National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse
Sports Nutrition
Here are some reliable sports nutrition websites to promote healthy eating and refueling for athletes and those seeking fitness goals.
International Society of Sports Nutrition
USDA Fitness and Sports Nutrition
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Weight Loss
Listed are some websites that focus on healthy eating and active living to assist you in meeting your weight goals.
Free Diet & Weight Loss Journal
Eating Disorders & Body Image
These websites explain and provide resources to those struggling with eating disorders and body image issues.
National Eating Disorders Association
Vegetarian & Vegan
Vegetarian diets can be a healthy option for those wanting to eliminate animal sources. Below are some good resource websites.
MayoClinic Vegetarian diet: How to get the best nutrition
American Dietetic Association Vegetarian Diets