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National Institutes of Health

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases

Explore research being done to help better understand, prevent, and manage food allergies.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center

Osteoporosis is a concern for men as well as women. Find out more.

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

Find information on osteoporosis, including diagnosis, diet changes, and more.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center

Find information about osteoporosis concerns as related to other health conditions, including anorexia nervosa, lactose intolerance, diabetes, lupus and smoking.

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

Read general information about food additives, including functions and side effects.

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

The Sisters Together program encourages Black women ages 18 and older to reach and maintain a healthy weight. Learn how to bring the program to your community.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, We Can!

Buy healthy foods for your family using these tips and resources.

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

Links to information to help understand dietary supplements, find research resources and clinical trials, and more.

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

Learn about anabolic steroids, including what they are, use among athletes, interactions, safety concerns, and more. 

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

Find fact sheets with information about specific herbs or botanicals—common names, what the science says, potential side effects and cautions, and resources for more information.

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

Summarizes scientific research on St. John’s wort for depression and suggests sources for more information.

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

Learn about caffeine, including what it is, how it effects users, how much is too much and why it can cause dehydration, especially in athletes. 

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

Learn about creatine, including what it is, use among athletes, interactions, safety concerns, and more.