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Use the SuperTracker to plan, analyze, and track your diet and physical activity.... Details >

Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Also available in: Spanish   

This article for kids describes the two types of carbohydrates and how the body uses them as a major source of energy.... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

It is possible to fit vegetables and fruits into any budget. Here are some low-cost ways to meet your fruit and vegetable needs.... Details >

Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Enjoy dining out in a healthier way by using these easy tips.... Details >

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation  

These Native American recipes from tribes across North America make use of USDA’s commodities that are provided to recipients who participate in the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations. ... Details >

Food and Nutrition Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Here is a partial list of the foods that the American Institute for Cancer Research gets asked about most often. Click on each one to learn what current science says about its potential role in cancer... Details >

American Institute for Cancer Research  

FNIC Nutrition Information Specialists are experienced Registered Dietitians available to help you locate resources and information and to answer food and nutrition questions. Use the online form to s... Details >

Food and Nutrition Information Center

Get tips for smart food shopping. ... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center

A balanced diet needs to contain a proper mix of carbohydrates, fat and protein. Find the right amount of carbohydrates recommended for your diet.... Details >

University of Maryland Medical Center  

Making food choices for a healthy lifestyle can be as simple as using these 10 Tips. Find ideas to balance your calories, choose foods to eat more often, and cut back on foods to eat less often.... Details >

Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Let your child help prepare and cook food with these kitchen tasks for young children.... Details >

California Department of Public Health

Use this printable form to write down your diet and exercise goals each day.... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health

Fill out this simple chart to learn how much of each food group you need every day. ... Details >

Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Try these heart healthy recipes and tips.... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center

Learn how to make better choices about what to eat and drink. ... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center

Also available in: Spanish   

Eat Right nutrition tip sheets provide practical food and nutrition guidance for healthy eating. These educational handouts are written by ADA- registered dietitians. ... Details >

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics  

Also available in: Spanish - (PDF) 

This tip sheet, created by SNAP, provides information on how to shop for a nutritious diet while on a low-income budget.... Details >

National Agricultural Library, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Eating right can be affordable, convenient and nutritious with a small amount of advanced planning. Learn how portion control, choosing frozen or canned produce, and safely handling and storing leftov... Details >

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics  

If you are treating yourself to a meal out, here are some tips to help make it a dining experience that is both tasty and good for you. ... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center

Nanotechnology is an emerging technology that has the potential to be used in medical products, foods and cosmetics. Nanomaterials are so small that they can’t be seen with a regu­lar microscope. The... Details >

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Find a Farmers Market in your area and enjoy locally grown, farm fresh produce.... Details >

U.S. Department of Agriculture

This webinar reviews the role of nutrition in prevention of chronic disease and how healthcare providers can integrate nutritional guidelines into their practice using food prescriptions.... Details >

American College of Preventive Medicine  

Get quick access to nutrition information for over 1,000 foods from home or any mobile device. Find the calories for a food, or compare two foods. ... Details >

Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Research on the best foods for healthy skin is limited. Still, antioxidant-rich foods seem to have a protective effect for the skin. Learn more about foods that appear to promote skin health.... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

"Free range," "natural" and "antibiotic-free" are among the common terms on meat, poultry and egg packages today. Do these terms guide your purchases either because of concerns about food quality or a... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

Search for restaurants offering healthy dining choices in your neighborhood. Use calories, fat, saturated fat, and price ranges to find delicious, nutritious meals that are right for you.... Details >

Healthy Dining  

Also available in: Spanish 

Research shows that people unintentionally consume more calories when faced with larger portions. This can mean significant excess calorie intake, especially when eating high-calorie foods. Here are s... Details >

National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The Let’s Move Faith and Communities initiative offers resources to help faith-based and neighborhood organizations engage their communities and promote healthy choices and access to nutritious food. ... Details >

HHS Center for Faith-Based and Community Initiatives

Some foods provide most of their calories from sugar and fat but give you few, if any, vitamins and minerals. These low-calorie alternatives provide new ideas for old favorites.... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center

If you want to lose, maintain, or gain weight, this tool will calculate the number of calories that are right for you.... Details >

Shape Up America!  

Use this food diary to track how much and what you eat.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Use this healthy foods checklist to make your shopping list.... Details >

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Want to know the amount of each food group you need daily? Enter your information to find out and receive a customized Daily Food Plan.... Details >

Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Create a customized Daily Food Plan for children 2 to 5 years of age. The Plan will show what and how much your child should eat to meet his or her needs. Find tips to help you plan meals for your pre... Details >

Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Double-check the portion sizes at your next meal. ... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center

Foods that contain whole soy are a good source of protein. Studies have shown that soy may offer health benefits, including lowering blood cholesterol and reducing the risk of certain cancers.... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Learn how to eat smart even when you eat out. ... Details >

Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Use this chart as a guide to help you and your family make smart food choices.... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center

Use this tool to help plan healthier meals for your family.... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center