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Lecture S

Nutrition.gov is a resource provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture that offers information on various nutrients found in foods, including carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals. It features tools like FoodData Central for looking up nutrient content and provides educational materials on dietary guidelines and food additives. The site also includes links to international food composition databases and nutrition information for commonly consumed raw fruits, vegetables, and fish.

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Lecture S

Nutrition.gov is a resource provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture that offers information on various nutrients found in foods, including carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals. It features tools like FoodData Central for looking up nutrient content and provides educational materials on dietary guidelines and food additives. The site also includes links to international food composition databases and nutrition information for commonly consumed raw fruits, vegetables, and fish.

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What's In Food

Use these resources to learn about nutrients in the foods you eat. Find information on
carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and more.
FoodData Central

USDA, Agricultural Research Service

Look up what’s in the foods that you eat using this system of nutrient databases.
Carbohydrates

Read about why carbohydrates are important to the body and how they fit in a healthy diet.
Explore types of carbs and examples of high carb and low carb foods.
Proteins

Find how much protein to eat per day, what foods are high in protein, and why protein is
important.
Fats
Learn what dietary fats do for the body and how much fat is recommended per day. Look up
how much fat is in popular foods, like avocados and eggs.
Fiber

View information on how much fiber you need per day, why fiber is important, and examples
of high fiber foods.
Food Additives and Compounds

Find out about food additives...What they are, what they contribute to foods, how they are
regulated, and how to identify them in the foods you eat.
Phytonutrients

Learn more about phytonutrients and how they play a role in your overall health. Vegetables
and fruits are rich sources of phytonutrients, including antioxidants.
Salt and Sodium

Learn more about salt and sodium in your diet and how it affects your health. Find resources
and tips for reducing the amount in your diet while keeping the flavor.
Vitamins and Minerals

Get the facts on vitamins and minerals, from A to Z.


Nutrition Information for Raw Fruits, Vegetables and Fish

HHS, Food and Drug Administration

Download and print these charts which show nutrition information for the 20 most frequently
consumed raw fruits, vegetables, and fish in the United States.
International Food Composition Table/Database Directory

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Find links to International food composition resources, including those from Asia, Africa,
Canada, Caribbean, United States, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Top Searched Foods

Find resources for nutrient content, recipes, and food safety for the top five food items
searched on Nutrition.gov.
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