[ Virtual Health Information Center Index ]

Healthy Lifestyle

Wellness and Prevention - Nutrition - Sports Medicine and Fitness

• HealthierUS.GOV
  Portal to the many health and wellness sites created by the US government. Get reliable facts and helpful tips about physical fitness, nutrition, preventive screenings and more.
  
  
• Weight-control Information Network
  The Weight-control Information Network provides the general public with “up-to-date, science-based information on weight control, obesity, physical activity, and related nutritional issues. The information is offered in English and Spanish. The Weight-control Information Network is an information service of the National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases.”
  
  
• Wellness and Lifestyle Topics
  Selected by MEDLINEplus.
  
  
• Healthy Computing
  Free information on computer-related health and safety.
  
  

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• NutritionData
  NutritionData provides nutrition facts for foods, recipes, and even fast food menus. NutritionData tells you what's good and bad about foods you eat, and helps you select foods that best meet your dietary needs.
  
  
• MyPyramid
  "One size doesn't fit all. MyPyramid Plan can help you choose the foods and amounts that are right for you." Replaces the outdated Food Pyramid.
  
  
• Nutrition
  Nutrition related links provided by the MEDLINEplus.
  
  
• Food and Nutrition Information Center
  FNIC's mission, since 1971, has been to collect and disseminate information about food and human nutrition. An award winning site.
  
  
• The Nutrition Source
  Provided by the Department of Nutrition at the Harvard School of Public Health has a wealth of information on diet and nutrition that is helpful for both health care professionals and the public.
  
  
• Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
  This site has contains information on research pertaining to the nutritional needs of the American public. The current editon of the publication Dietary Guidelines for Americans is also made available on the site.
  
  
• Nutrition.GOV
  The Link to nutrition information put out by the government.
  
  
• Nutrient Database
  If you are counting calories, fat grams or carbohydrates this site can help. Enter your food item into the search box and get a very detailed nutritional report.
  


• Healthy Recipes
  Links to websites healthy recipes and specialized diets.
  

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• Fitness.GOV
  The President’s council on Physical Fitness and Sports.
  
  
• Sports Fitness and Injuries
  Sports related links provided by the MEDLINEplus.
  
  
• The Physician and Sportsmedicine Online
  A division of the McGraw-Hill Companies. It is a source for primary care sports medicine clinical and personal health articles--and for helpful resources like our Sports Medicine Clinics and Fellowships lists.
  
  
• The Exercise and Physical Fitness Page
  This site can help you start or expand your exercise routine. It covers aerobic exercise, strength training and flexibility as well as nutrition and tips for getting started.