Nutrition

Links verified 8/5/2018

1. Pyramid Lesson Plan - Kids can cut out their own food choices to make their own pyramid. [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive.]
2. Calorie Calculator - enter a food item and get information on calories
3. Choose My Plate - information about the new food pyramid and more
4. Dietary Guidelines for Americans from the USDA
5. Eating Disorders - index to information about a variety of eating disorders
6. FDA - labeling and nutrition information
7. Food Pyramid a food pyramid booklet that introduces you to each category. [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive.]
8. Food Allergy - science behind the most common food allergies and intolerances
9. Food Safety for the Entire Family - The majority of food borne illnesses can be prevented by taking simple precautions in the kitchen and when grocery shopping.
10. Fruit and Veggie Tracker - Keep your healthy routine on track with this chart.
11. Healthy Habits - student guide to nutrition and fitness resources
12. The Healthy Refrigerator - Open the door to a healthy heart.
13. KidsHealth.org - the food guide pyramid becomes a plate
14. 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.
15. Managing Chronic Health Conditions In School - advice and support for students living with a chronic health condition
16. Nutrition Games for Kids - Fuel Up to Play 60 - the new home of all your favorite games and lessons from Nutrition Explorations. [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive.]
17. Nutrition News from Dole - nutrition articles

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