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American Diabetes Association: Making Sense of Food Labels
This is a simple guide to understanding the Nutrition Facts label, which is on most packaged foods in the grocery store. Read definitions of terms on labels like "serving size," "reduced," and "free." Learn the importance of...
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Vitamin Information Center Vitamin B 2
This site provides very brief information on vitamin B2 which is also known as riboflavin.
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Web Health Centre: Food at Work
Read about the roles of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals. Learn what kinds of foods are "Body builders," "Energy givers," and "Protectors," and tailor your diet so that you are getting the nutrients you need to...
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The a B C's of Vitamin Supplements: Vitamin H
This is a simple introduction to the basics of vitamin H. Read about dosage guidelines for adults, sources, and cautions associated with vitamin H, also known as biotin.
Precision Nutrition
Encyclopedia of Food: Vitamin B12 Cobalamin
An important vitamin to humans is vitamin B12. Find sources and benefits to the vitamin as well as potential trouble with deficiency or excess in the body.
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Supralife International: Colloidal Minerals, B Complex?
This site provides a brief description of vitamin B complex. Includes information on topics such as the function of the vitamin and recommended daily allowances.
Precision Nutrition
Encyclopedia of Food: Vitamin B9 Folic Acid
Discover the difference between folate and folic acid and understand sources of the essential vitamin. Find the troubles which arise when people are deficient in vitamin B9.
Precision Nutrition
Encyclopedia of Food: Vitamin A
Benefits and sources of vitamin A are presented in this entry. Find out what happens with too much or too little of the vitamin.
Precision Nutrition
Encyclopedia of Food: Vitamin B1 Thiamine
Critical to metabolism, thiamine provides benefits to the human body. Find sources of vitamin B1 and identify symptoms of consuming too much or too little of it.
Precision Nutrition
Encyclopedia of Food: Vitamin B7 Biotin
Discover the health benefits and sources of biotin. Recognize symptoms of deficiency or excess of the B vitamin.
Precision Nutrition
Encyclopedia of Food: Vitamin K
Recognize the health benefits and sources of Vitamin K. Discover the symptoms of those deficient or in excess of this important vitamin.
Florida State University
Florida State University: Biotin (Vitamin H)
This site from Flordia State University contains very brief but factual information on biotin (vitamin H). A paragraph long summary and a picture are both included.
Precision Nutrition
Encyclopedia of Food: Vitamin B2 Riboflavin
Identify the health benefits and sources for maintaining a good level of vitamin B2 in the human diet.
Precision Nutrition
Encyclopedia of Food: Vitamin B5 Pantothenic Acid
Discover the health benefits and sources of vitamin B5. What happens with a deficiency or excess of the pantothenic acid in the body?
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Anemia and Fatigue
Briefly explains what anemia and fatigue are and how they are related. Also presents symptoms of anemia and the consequences of leaving it untreated.
University of Massachusetts
University of Massachusetts: Meat and Poultry
At this site from the University of Massachusetts you can read about the different foods that are known for being "Important sources of protein, iron, zinc, and B vitamins." Learn to cut your consumption of fat, while still benefitting...
Read Works
Read Works: Vitamin G for Your Mind
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the positive effects of "green time," or spending time outside. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Folic Acid
This resource provides basic information on folic acid and an explanation and common symptoms of folic acid deficiency.
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Cardiovascular Disease: Facts, Prevention, Treatment
This site discusses lifestyle changes, nutrients, and medical options and precautions.
National Institutes of Health
Niehs: Food Labels Tell the Story!
Read about the building blocks of food and how to read food labels to make better choices about what you eat.
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Dieticians of Canada: Assess Yourself
Learn about your diet, BMI, and more with this resource from the Dieticians of Canada.
Curated OER
Kids Health: What Do Food Labels Really Say?
An overview of food labeling history and importance, how to read food labels, basic components of a food label, and a comparison of different foods.
Curated OER
Kids Health: The Deal With Diets
There are numerous diets advertised that claim to be healthy and effective. Which is the right one for you? This article includes dieting tips that are both safe and of benefit to your body. Links to related sites are also included.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Smart Snacking
When you're in a hurry and looking for something to snack on, you probably aren't focusing heavily on what would be the healthiest thing to eat. This article looks at the importance of snacking smartly and strategies one can employ for...