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Nutrition.gov
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Nutrition.gov

Nutrition.gov is powered by USDA Science and offers credible information to help you make healthful eating choices.

An Introduction to Nutrition.gov

Separating Nutritional Facts from Fiction

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ASCEND for Better Health

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A virtual center that brings together scientists, partner organizations, and communities to deliver science-based solutions that promote and elevate food and nutrition security for all Americans.

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World Health Day

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Take control of your health on World Health Day. Get tips to keep diabetes, heart disease, and other health problems under control. ‘

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Every Kid Healthy

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Understand how to address weight issues in children and teens with healthy guidelines, links to interactive and skill-building tools, and more. 

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IBS Awareness Month

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Irritable Bowl Syndrome (IBS) is the most commonly diagnosed gastrointestinal condition? Find diet information to help relieve symptoms.

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Nutrition Tips for Every Stage of Life

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Meatball Muffins

Top these tasty meatloaf muffins with mashed potatoes for a savory surprise.

Top these tasty meatball muffins with mashed potatoes for a savory surprise.

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Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center

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Scientists at the USDA-ARS Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research (GFHNRC) undercover the role of nutrients in human health.

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Historical Dietary Guidance Digital Collection: Wilt Not, Waste Not

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Celebrate Earth Day with the ‘Wilt not, Waste Not’ poster from 1942 found in the Historical Dietary Guidance Digital Collection.

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USDA FoodData Central: Carrots

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Discover nutrient content for over 20,000 carrot products and variations in the USDA’s FoodData Central. 

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