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Enjoy Stress-Free Holidays with Nutrition.gov’s New Healthy Resources

December 04, 2023 Courtney Thompson, Technical Information Specialist (Nutrition.gov), National Agricultural Library

December is a festive time of year with twinkling lights, fresh baked goods and meaningful get-togethers with our loved ones. However, planning menus that meet guests’ dietary restrictions, sticking within your holiday budget, and ensuring safe food practices, can be overwhelming. That’s why...

Food and Nutrition Health and Safety Research and Science

Knowledge is Power! Increase Your Health Literacy with USDA Resources

October 27, 2023 Courtney Thompson, Technical Information Specialist (Nutrition.gov), National Agricultural Library

October is Health Literacy Month! Health literacy is a crucial component of maintaining our health. It is your ability to access and understand health information and services. Being able to find and use the best available resources can help us live healthier lives, prevent certain health outcomes...

Food and Nutrition Health and Safety Research and Science

New Nutrient Content Information Now Online

November 21, 2019 Wendy Shaw, Branch Chief, Information & Customer Service, National Agricultural Library

Have you ever wanted to view food sources of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients in your diet? The National Agricultural Library’s Food and Nutrition Information Center now houses 36 tables of foods according to their nutrient content. The tables are available for vitamins, minerals...

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Get Back to Healthful Eating With the Help of the DRI Calculator!

September 03, 2019 the Food and Nutrition Information Center staff, National Agricultural Library

What better time to get back to healthful eating than right now? As summer ends and before the holiday season begins, it’s a good time to take account of your goals and get to know your nutrient recommendations. Have you often wondered how to relate the nutrients listed on food labels to your...

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