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Links & Resources
Here you will find a collection of resources and links related to a variety of nutrition topics including iron, fibre, vegetarianism, fast food, how to read food labels, healthy weights, nutrition for women etc.
Resources
Recipes, Tips and Information
How to Celebrate Food...From Field to Table
Wow! I didn't know that... Fabulous Food Facts
Dietitians - The Smart Choice for Advice on Healthy Eating
Do You Know Your ABC's
This resource provides key healthy eating principles.
Athletes
Eating Well for Vegetarian Athletes
Find out key factors to consider for a vegetarian meal plan for athletes.
Training Diets for Athletes
What to eat and drink when you are training for athletics.
Vitamins and Minerals for Athletes
All about athlete's needs for Iron, B-vitamins, Calcium and Vitamin D.
The Scoop on Sports Supplements
Find the scoop on creatine, glucosamine and caffeine in this helpful fact sheet.
Beverage Basics
Beverage Basics for Adults - colourBeverage Basics for Adults - black & white
Energy Drinks - What You Need to Know
Dietary Fibre
Fantastic Fibre - Boost Your Intake
Information about the importance of fibre, how much to eat and how to get more; fibre content of common foods and label reading.
Fast Foods
Fast Food Options
This fact sheet provides tips to help you find healthier choices when eating out.
Fat
Dietary Fat - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
This fact sheet provides information on the different types of dietary fats.
Fish
A Guide to Eating Fish for Women, Children and Families
Information about the importance of fish, and which types of fish are healthy for you and the environment.
Goats Milk
What You Should Know About Goat's Milk
This fact sheet provides information about goat's milk as a beverage for infants, children and adults.
Healthy Weights
Losing Weight Without Going on a Diet
This fact sheet provides tips on achieving a healthy weight.
Phytochemicals
Iron
Iron Works
Includes information on the iron needs of children and adults, food sources of iron and iron-boosting tips.
Salt / Sodium
Cutting Back on Salt - What You Can Do
Information about salt and where it is found; how to cut back on salt; shopping, cooking and dining tips.
Supplements
Do I Need a Vitamin or Mineral Supplement? ...coming soon.
A guide to what nutrients you consume from foods as well as those that you may need to supplement in your diet.
Trans Fat
Top 5 Things You need to Know About Trans Fat
Explains why trans fats are harmful and how to avoid them in your die.
Vegetarian Eating
Top 5 Things You need to Know About Trans Fat ...coming soon.
The Vegetarian Way of Life ...coming soon.
This pamphlet discusses the nutritional basics of being a healthy vegetarian.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is best known for its role in keeping bones healthy, but it also helps to keep the body healthy in many other ways.
Women
Nutrition Check Up for Women
Test your nutrition knowledge for women throughout all stages of life
Women Take on Healthy Eating
This fact sheet provides challenges for women to ensure they are meeting their nutritional needs to prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer and osteoporosis.
Website Links
Anaphylaxis Canada
A website dedicated to helping people with severe allergies.
Sodium101.ca
Information for consumers on sodium, including label reading, health effects and tips for reducing sodium intakes.
Trans Fats
Health Canada's website provides information on trans fats, including frequently asked questions and information on the trans fat task force.
Canadian Cancer Society
This website provides cancer patients, their friends and family and the general public with up-to-date information about cancer and cancer prevention.
Canadian Diabetes Association
This website provides nutrition and physical activity information for the prevention and maintenance of diabetes.
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
The Heart and Stroke Foundation provides information about heart, stroke and healthy living in Canada.
Osteoporosis Canada
This website provides nutrition and physical activity information for the prevention of osteoporosis.
5 to 10 a Day
A campaign to reduce cardiovascular disease and cancer by encouraging Canadians to consume at least five servings of vegetables and fruit a day as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Dietitians of Canada
Dietitians of Canada public website includes, tips, frequently asked questions and fact sheets on nutrition.
EatRight Ontario
EatRight Ontario has been designed to help you improve your health and quality of life through healthy, nutritious eating. This service provides easy-to-use nutrition information to help you make healthier food choices. It includes a toll-free number for Ontario residents to speak with a Registered Dietitian 1-877-510-5102.
Food Link
Find healthy local food in Waterloo Region.
Healthy Measures
Healthy Measures is based on a three-pronged approach of being active, eating well and being yourself.
Your Healthy Weight
From the Dairy Farmers of Canada an interactive site on healthy weights, healthy eating and physical activity.
