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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
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ASCEND for Better Health
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.
Eating Vegetarian
Find tips and resources for creating a healthy vegetarian eating plan that meets nutrient recommendations.
Child Nutrition Programs
Learn about programs that offer food and nutrition assistance for children, including the School Breakfast Program and National School Lunch Program.
Recipe Collections
Cook up something new in the kitchen with these collections of healthy, delicious recipes.
Nutrition Tips for Every Stage of Life
Featured Resources
Stuffed Peppers
Kids will love these stuffed peppers. Serve this recipe before heading out for trick or treating.
USDA ARS: Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center
The Arkansas Children’s Nutrition Center, backed by the USDA for 30 years, investigates the pivotal role of diet in pediatric health.
HDGDC: Brooklyn Eagle Government Cookbook
Enjoy this 112-year-old recipe book found on National Agricultural Library’s Historical Dietary Guidance Digital Collection.
USDA FoodData Central
Discover nutrient content for over 400,000 foods in the USDA’s FoodData Central.
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