As a general rule, sites with the extensions: .gov, .edu and sometimes .org contain accurate, unbiased information. But legitimate commercial sites — usually with .com endings — can be more user-friendly.
The best sites for general health and nutrition offer multiple tools, such as calculators for calories, carbohydrates and body mass index; meal planning charts and comprehensive information on individual ingredients.
As with all research online, try to verify the source of the information. The most important thing is to look at the site's sponsor.
Some useful sites to consider
American Dietetic Association (eatright.org/cps/rde/xchg/ada/hs.xsl/index.html): Excellent source of general nutrition information. The site is somewhat heavy on fact sheets and tips from food manufacturers, but the information is good.
Nutrition Data (nutritiondata.com): This site is jammed with helpful calculators, including one that will do a nutritional analysis of your recipes.
Calorie King (calorieking.com): This extensive food database offers at-your-fingertips information on carbs, calories, fat, protein, fiber and other elements of common foods, and does so in realistic and customizable portions.
American Diabetes Association (diabetes.org/home.jsp): Though aimed at diabetics, the site contains great nutritional information for anyone who cooks.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
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