Men

African American business man eating an apple. MedlinePlus: Men's Health Issues

DHHS. NIH. National Library of Medicine.

Provides information, news, and resources related to men's health issues, including diet and nutrition, and related diseases.


Let's Eat for the Health of It (PDF | 1 MB)

USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.

Based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010, brochure provides tips for building a healthy plate, eating the right amount of calories for you, being physically active, and more.


USDA MyPlate Food Guidance System

USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.

The MyPlate food guidance system replaces MyPyramid. The Daily Food Plan can help you choose the foods and amounts that are right for you.


Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Men's Health

DHHS. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Provides tips and resources related to men's health.


Why Do Fruits and Vegetables Matter to Men? (PDF | 512 KB)

DHHS. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Educational brochure for men about the health benefits of eating more fruits and vegetables. Targeted to African American males, but applicable for all men.


Physical Activity Guidelines image Be Active Your Way: A Guide for Adults

DHHS. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion.

Based on the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, this guide can help you fit physical activity into your life for your schedule.


The DASH Eating Plan

DHHS. NIH. National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.

Links to a brochure that discusses the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan, which can lead to better control of high blood pressure.


Osteoporosis in Men

DHHS. NIH. NIAMS. Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases - National Resource Center.

Osteoporosis is a concern for men as well as women. Find out more. Also in PDF|161 KB.


Fathers Supporting Breastfeeding

USDA. Food and Nutrition Service.

Provides access to materials to help fathers learn how to support breastfeeding mothers.


Interactive Tools

USDA. NAL. Food and Nutrition Information Center.

Links to web sites that allow consumers to enter information and receive individual feedback to help with diet evaluation and planning, checking personal health risks and testing knowledge.


Eating Smart: A Nutrition Resource List for Consumers (PDF | 193 KB)

USDA. NAL. Food and Nutrition Information Center.

This publication is a compilation of resources on general nutrition and healthy eating for the consumer. The resources are in a variety of formats, including books, newsletters, and materials on the World Wide Web.