Nutrition

Links verified 1/26/2023

 

1. Calorie Calculator - enter a food item and get information on calories
2. Choose My Plate - information about the new food pyramid and more
3. Eat Healthy - ways to eat healthy when you are an extremely busy student
4. Eating Disorders - index to information about a variety of eating disorders
5. FDA - labeling and nutrition information
6. Food Pyramid a food pyramid booklet that introduces you to each category. 
7. Food Allergy - science behind the most common food allergies and intolerances
8. Food Safety for the Whole Family - The majority of food borne illnesses can be prevented by taking simple precautions in the kitchen and when grocery shopping.
9. Healthy Habits - student guide to nutrition and fitness resources
10. How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label - from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
11. KidsHealth.org - the food guide pyramid becomes a plate
12. Learn to be Healthy - for teens; you have to register, but it is free, journal food choices, activities to select to help make healthy choices.
13. Managing Chronic Health Conditions In School - advice and support for students living with a chronic health condition
14. Nutrition and Exercise
15. Nutrition.Gov - information to help you make healthful eating choices
16. Nutrition Games for Kids - Fuel Up to Play 60 - the new home of all your favorite games and lessons from Nutrition Explorations. 
17. Nutrition Information - from the U.S. National Library of Medicine
18. Nutrition News from Dole - nutrition articles
19. Physical Inactivity - Health Risks, Effects and Benefits
20. Pyramid Lesson Plan - Kids can cut out their own food choices to make their own pyramid. 
21. Top 100 Nutrition Resources You Should Know About - a list of nutrition websites, apps, and channels regarding the latest research and trends

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