Research Guides: NUTR 3000: Nutrition and Disease: Web Resources

Nutrition Web Resources

The following web resources include valuable nutrition research and educational resources from the United States government. They come from government agencies related to health, including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the National Library of Medicine (NLM), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Dietary Guidelines for Americans
The nation’s go-to source for nutrition advice, the Dietary Guidelines reflects the current body of nutrition science, helps health professionals and policymakers guide Americans to make healthy food and beverage choices, and serves as the science-based foundation for vital nutrition policies and programs across the United States. The guidelines are updated every five years by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
ChooseMyPlate.gov
Includes MyPlate dietary recommendations and educational resources from the USDA. Browse resources by audience, including children, adults, students, and professionals.
Nutrition.gov
Nutrition.gov is a USDA-sponsored website that offers credible information to help you make healthful eating choices.
Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP) works to improve the health and well-being of Americans by developing and promoting dietary guidance that links scientific research to the nutrition needs of consumers.
USDA's Nutrition Evidence Library
The USDA’s Nutrition Evidence Systematic Review (NESR) team supported the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee in conducting systematic reviews. View their research methods and reports at this website.
MedlinePlus Health Topics: Food and Nutrition
Find short articles on a variety of food and nutrition topics from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
CDC: Nutrition Resources
Nutrition resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), including general nutrition information, data and statistics, and resources specific to infants and toddlers.
CDC Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity & Obesity
CDC's Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity (DNPAO) is working to implement policy and environmental strategies to make healthy eating and active living accessible and affordable for everyone.
Office of Dietary Supplements
Part of the National Institutes of Health, the Office of Dietary Supplement's website includes fact sheets for specific supplements and other educational resources.

Nutrition Organizations and Associations

The following are professional associations for nutrition. Their websites are useful for learning about the latest nutrition research and news and finding career resources and professional development opportunities.

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals, committed to improving the nation's health and advancing the profession of dietetics.
American Society for Nutrition
Society for professional researchers and practitioners in the field of nutrition.
Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior
SNEB represents the unique professional interests of nutrition educators worldwide. SNEB is dedicated to promoting effective nutrition education and healthy behavior through research, policy, and practice and has a vision of healthy communities, food systems, and behaviors.
International Food Information Council Foundation
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation is dedicated to the mission of effectively communicating science-based information on health, nutrition and food safety for the public good.
American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association website includes a wealth of resources related to diabetes prevention, treatment, and advocacy.
American Heart Association
The American Heart Association's website includes resources for heart healthy diets, increasing fitness, and more.
School Nutrition Association
SNA is the national organization of school nutrition professionals committed to advancing the quality of school meal programs through education and advocacy.

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