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Organization committed to promoting cardiovascular health. Website includes many resources for heart and stroke prevention and recovery.
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Cancer charity that fosters research on diet and cancer prevention. Website offers a wealth of information on healthy eating, including a large collection of recipes.
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Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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Published and updated every five years, the Guidelines provide authoritative advice about how good dietary habits can promote health and reduce risk for major chronic diseases.
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Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine
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Information about ingredients in more than two thousand selected brands of dietary supplements.
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Source: National Institute on Aging
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Information on vitamins, herbs, energy drinks and other over the counter supplements. Many are of little or no benefit, and may even be dangerous for older adults.
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture
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Most food stamp rules apply to all households, but there are a few special rules for households that contain an elderly or disabled member.
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Source: National Restaurant Association
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Site offers nutritional information for a wide range of restaurants--from fast food to fine dining, from one-unit independents to large chains, representing dozens of types of cuisines.
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Source: National Heart Blood and Lung Institute
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Prepare your favorite African American dishes in ways that protect you and your family from heart disease and stroke.
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Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
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Consumer information about controlling cholesterol; includes latest updates and fact sheets.
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture
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MyPyramid offers personalized eating plans, interactive tools to help you plan and assess your food choices, and advice to help consumers choose a healthier diet.
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Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine
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Large collection of links and resources from MedLine Plus.
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Source: U.S. Government
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Links and resources, including nutrition information and Federal Nutritional Assistance Programs.
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Source: American Institute for Cancer Research
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Online tool for improving nutrition
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Source: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
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Online guide for healthy eating and safe physical activity for seniors.
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