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National Institutes of Health

HHS, National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements

This fact sheet describes what’s known about the safety and effectiveness of many ingredients that are commonly used in weight-loss dietary supplements.

HHS, National Institutes of Health

Are you looking for ideas to help your family eat healthy, get active, and reduce screen time? Try using the helpful tips in We Can!'s parent tip sheets with your family.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Aging

Looking for materials about healthy aging for older adults? Download or order these free handouts and booklets on exercise, nutrition, and other health topics.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

Your choices about what to eat and drink while on hemodialysis can make a difference in how you feel and can make your treatments work better.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Library of Medicine, MedlinePlus

Discover what gluten sensitivity is and how it differs from celiac disease. 

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

Find weight management resources on a variety of topics.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

Learn about kidney disease and how it affects older adults.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

What do your numbers mean? Learn about cholesterol and its health effects, plus ways to improve your cholesterol levels. 

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, Weight-control Information Network

Improve your eating plan and become more physically active before, during, and after your pregnancy.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Library of Medicine, MedlinePlus

Explore the latest news, information, and resources on child nutrition.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Library of Medicine, MedlinePlus

Find information and research about fitness and health.

National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

The Body Weight Planner allows users to make personalized calorie and physical activity plans to reach a goal weight within a specific time period and to maintain it afterwards.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health

The HerbList App provides research-based information about the safety and effectiveness of herbal products.