The IHEI is an online dietary assessment tool that provides information on your diet quality, related nutrition messages and links to nutrient information. The Physical Activity Tool, an addition to the IHEI, assesses your physical activity status and provides related energy expenditure information and educational messages. Use of this tool enhances the link between good nutrition and the health benefits of regular physical activity.
Record your score and Go here to register and get a better picture of your eating habits or physical activity lifestyle over time. Healthy Eating Index. The Maine Nutrition Network MNN is a collaboration of public and private partners that coordinate nutrition activities to create an environment that supports the health of Maine people. The MNN web site has everything from recipes to where to buy Maine produce.
Read their Maine-ly Newsletters or check out their school and children's programs. NutritionData ND generates nutrition facts labels and provides simplified nutritional analyses for all foods and recipes. ND tells you what is good and bad about the foods you eat, and helps you select foods that best meet your dietary needs.
Use the Search Tool to create lists of foods that are lowest in carbohydrates, highest in protein, or that match any other dietary restrictions or goals. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, are now available!
Learn more. Move to low-fat or fat-free dairy milk or yogurt or lactose-free dairy or fortified soy versions. Use our tool to save money while shopping for healthy food choices. Find cost-saving opportunities in your local area and discover new ways to prepare budget-friendly foods. Get your personalized MyPlate Plan or test your knowledge with our quizzes. Learn all about MyPlate with our collection of tip sheets, videos, and infographics.
Find recipes and resources in our very own kitchen. Sort by food group to find recipes based on what you already have or to get started on a grocery list. Save your favorites, make personalized cookbooks, and more! Go to MyPlate Kitchen. Submit your email to stay in the loop on new tips, features, recipes and more. Sign Up. For other food safety resources, visit Nutrition. I've just moved to a new area and would like to find out if there is a farmers market nearby.
Years ago I received information from USDA on canning fruits and vegetables and would like to know how to get updated information. It contains detailed information on canning fruits, vegetables, poultry, red meats, and seafood. Where can I get information on the level of calories, fat, protein, vitamins and minerals in various foods? The USDA's Food Data Central has 5 online searchable databases of nutrient composition, which can be used to search for nutrients in common foods.
For additional resources, see our What's in Food section. The "calorie" we refer to in food is actually kilocalorie. One 1 kilocalorie is the same as one 1 Calorie upper case C. A kilocalorie is the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of water one degree Celsius. Are there any other places I can look to find the nutrient content of foods?
If you cannot find a food item, or are searching for a food that is not common in the U. You can create a list, sorted either alphabetically by food description or in descending order by calcium content in common household measures. This is due to constant changes in formulations for commercial foods, the primary contributor of added sugars to the diet.
No research method can measure added sugars alone, so their amounts must be estimated or supplied by food companies, many of which are not willing to make public such proprietary information.
The Agricultural Research Service provides additional information about this decision. Is there a law that requires food labels to list ingredients that commonly cause food allergies? The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of , which went into effect January, , requires that food labels identify in plain English if the product contains any of the eight major food allergens - milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat and soybeans.
An official website of the United States government. Here's how you know. Home Expert Questions and Answers. Dietary Supplements. What are the risks and side effects of taking dietary supplements? Is there a high blood pressure diet? What foods cause gas and bloating? There are many possible causes of gas and bloating, including: Swallowing more air than usual e.
Celiac Disease, gastritis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome [IBS], or food allergies and intolerances Causes of digestive discomfort vary from person to person. What are the most common foods that people are allergic to? What is the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance? How can I get nutrition advice about a medical condition? Counseling: Talk with your doctor or other health professional about referring you to a registered dietitian nutritionist RDN.
An RDN can provide personalized dietary advice taking into consideration your health status such as other medical conditions , lifestyle, and food likes and dislikes. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has a Find a Nutrition Expert online tool that allows you to locate an RDN in your geographical area with particular specialties such as weight control, diabetes, digestive disorders, etc. Check with your local health department, hospitals, clinics, and Cooperative Extension for classes such as those on weight management, diabetes, etc.
Web information: For background information, you may find it helpful to look on the Web. Information obtained online, however, does not take the place of personalized advice from a qualified health professional, and some websites have inaccurate or misleading information.
In looking for reliable information on the Web, you may want check out our Diet and Health Conditions section. I keep hearing about added sugars. Where can I find more information?
I heard that MyPyramid has been replaced. Is that true? What is a "healthy diet"? How can I find the newest Dietary Guidelines for Americans? I would like to get advice about my eating habits. Who should I talk to? How many servings from each food group do I need each day? How much of a nutrient is too much?
How is food digested? How do I know if nutrition information I find on the Internet is reliable? How can I burn off my stored body fat? How many calories do I need to burn to lose a pound of weight? I'm on a diet to lose weight. Do I still need to exercise? I would like to gain weight. How can I do this in a healthy manner? How can I get enough nutrients without consuming too many calories? When I eat more than I need what happens to the extra calories? Does USDA have recipes for people on a budget?
How can I avoid foodborne illness and food poisoning? For more food safety information: FoodSafety. How long should I keep leftover food?
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