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About.com: Nutrition Guide to nutrition information with vitamin and mineral index, news updates, free e-mail newsletter, chat room, discussion forums, and recipe boards. http://nutrition.about.com/

Balansator.com An online tool helps to create nutritionally balanced meal plans, choosing from hundreds of foods. http://www.balansator.com/

Baylor College of Medicine - Body Composition Laboratory Material resource for measuring body composition (lean, fat, bone) for health and nutrition using medical physics techniques. http://www.bcm.edu/bodycomplab/

BBC - Health - Healthy Living - Nutrition Offers health and nutrition information including recipes, weight calculators, diet tips and nutrition advice. http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/healthy_living/nutrition/

British Meat Education Service Offers teaching materials, links to information on courses and learning activities. http://www.bmesonline.org.uk/

Cellular Nutrition Includes scientific data related to intracelluar chemistry such as nutrition disorders, diets, and mineral ratios. http://www.acu-cell.com/

ConsumerLab.com, LLC Tests popular nutritional non-prescription supplements to ascertain ingredient quantity and quality. http://consumerlab.com/

The Diet Detective Contains nutrition related links including information about diabetes, cardiac, sports nutrition, recipes, and diet supplementation. http://www.dietdetective.com/

Diet-and-Health.net Guide to food, nutrition, diet and health. Includes naturopathic remedies, as well as a vegetarian and vegan FAQ. http://www.diet-and-health.net/

Dietary Supplement Quality Initiative Provides information for consumers about issues affecting the quality of dietary supplements, vitamins, minerals, and botanical or herbal products. http://www.supplementquality.com/

eLook.org: Nutrition Provides a searchable nutrition database of over 6800 foods. http://www.elook.org/nutrition/

Energyent, Inc. Offers recipe analysis, consulting, cooking workshops, products, and nutrition education for the food and nutrition consumer. http://www.energyent.com/

Food and Diet Information on healthy eating, recipes, food-related conditions, and support programs. http://www.foodanddiet.com/

Food and Nutrition Information Center A resource for all of the US government nutrition campaigns and programs. Includes articles, lists and links. http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/

Food Safety Research Information Office Has online database of food safety research projects funded by government and new food products being tested for approval. http://fsrio.nal.usda.gov/index.php

Go for 2&5 Public campaign in Australia to increase awareness about the benefits of eating fruit and vegetables. Includes nutritional information, state initiatives, recipes, and children's section. http://www.gofor2and5.com.au

Go Grains Established to provide information about the nutrition and health benefits of grains and pulses. http://www.gograins.com.au/

Health Castle Advice given by registered dietitians. Articles on basic nutrition as well as current diet trends. http://www.healthcastle.com/

Healthy and Fit Discusses issues concerning health and wellness, fitness, weight loss, and herbal therapy. Has a newsletter and online E-zine. http://www.healthynfit.com/

Healthy Choice Food manufacturer provides cooking tips and meal plans, plus fitness and exercise tips, and health news. http://www.healthychoice.com/

InteliHealth: Guide to Nutrition and Weight Management Basics of good nutrition from Walter C. Willett of Harvard Medical School. Also includes interactive meals, recipes, and news. http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/325/28908.html

Mayo Clinic: Food and Nutrition Offers news on nutrition research and articles on eating well. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/food-and-nutrition/NU99999

Medindia Diet news updates, online consultations and information related to nutritional value, calories and recommended intake of food. http://www.medindia.com/patients/calculators/nutrition.htm

My Food Count Allows people to monitor their health and fitness online. http://www.myfoodcount.com/

National Dairy Council Offers information for both professional and consumers on the benefits of various dairy products. http://www.nationaldairycouncil.org/

National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) The mission of ODS is to strengthen knowledge and understanding of dietary supplements by evaluating scientific information, stimulating and supporting research, disseminating research results, and educating the public. http://ods.od.nih.gov/

Nutri-Facts Online database of food label nutrition facts from the USDA Nutrient Database for Standard Reference. http://www.nutri-facts.com/

Nutrigate Offers free Microsoft Access nutritional database meal planner with daily and weekly schedules, nutrient targets, and grocery list. http://nutrigate.ca/

Nutrition and Food Safety Discusses cooking tips, healthy recipes, and food safety. Includes free newsletter subscription. By the University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension in Lancaster County. http://lancaster.unl.edu/food/

The Nutrition and Food Web Archive Offers free nutrition and food resources for nutrition professionals and students. http://www.nafwa.org/

Nutrition at Suite 101 Information on general nutrition, current food trends, eating healthy, how to take supplements and nutritious recipes. http://nutrition.suite101.com/

Nutrition Crash Course Features text and audio guide to key nutrition topics, with particular emphasis on the benefits of natural food vs. processed foods. http://www.nutritioncrashcourse.com/

Nutrition Data Offers nutrition tools and articles. http://www.nutritiondata.com/

Nutrition Exploration A resource for educators, parents, school food program professionals and children. Includes articles, lesson plans and games. http://www.nutritionexplorations.org/

Nutrition Information & Resource Center Provides nutrition education materials, lending library and up-to-date links to nutrition websites. http://virtual.clemson.edu/groups/NIRC/

Nutrition Matters Database of advice on nutrition and health treatments, provided by healthcare practitioners. Includes subscription details. http://www.nutrition-matters.co.uk/

Nutrition Therapy Institute, Inc. Detailing mission, programs and requirements, with online programs, academic calendar, admissions and fees. Denver, Colorado. http://www.instituteofnutrition.com/

Nutritional Wellness News source for doctors, health care professionals and the general public. Covers current news on nutrition and has an index of herbs and dietary supplements. http://www.nutritionalwellness.com/

Nutrition.gov U.S. federal guide offering access to all government web sites with reliable and accurate information on nutrition and dietary guidance. http://www.nutrition.gov/

Omega-3 Featuring information about fish oil, supplements and health. http://www.omega-3.se/

Optinutrition An educational site on nutritional, lifestyle, and environmental factors which influence women's, children's, and men's health and wellbeing. http://www.optinutrition.ch/

Sloan-Kettering - About Herbs, Botanicals & Other Products Evidence-based information on herbs, botanicals, vitamins, supplements among others. This searchable database provides information for oncologists and healthcare professionals, including a clinical summary for each agent and details about constituents, adverse effects, interactions, and potential benefits or problems. http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/11570.cfm

Supplement Watch Educates by providing information about the pros and cons of dietary supplementation. http://www.supplementwatch.com/

US Food and Drug Administration/CFSAN - Dietary Supplements: Overview Overview of dietary supplements and the FDA's role in regulating this group of foods. http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/supplmnt.html

USDA - Child Care Nutrition Resource System Includes news, resources, menus and recipes for day care providers participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program. http://riley.nal.usda.gov/nal_display/index.php?info_center=14&tax_level=1

USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference 18 Reports of selected food items and nutrients in SR18, sorted either by food description or in descending order by nutrient content in terms of common household measures. http://www.ars.usda.gov/Services/docs.htm?docid=9673

Yahoo! Health - Nutrition and Food Find information on nutrition and fitness. Includes tips, recipes, daily features, and interactive tools. http://health.yahoo.com/topic/nutrition