Web Surfing with Nutrition in Mind

Vegetables




USDA My Plate
Great Trays
Tray Talk
Farm 2 School
Minnesota School Nutrition Association
School Nutrition Association


A site by the School Nutrition Association which provides a variety of information related to school nutrition. This site includes:

  • Links to recent news related to school nutrition
  • Resources for the public and school nutrition professionals
  • Publications related to school nutrition

Lets Move


The official site for the Let's Move Campaign, an initiative started by Michelle Obama to end childhood obesity in one generation. This site includes:

  • Nutrition information for parents and children
  • Physical activity information for parents and children
  • Updated information about ongoing nation-wide activities for schools and communities

Fruits and Veggies Matter


A site by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that aims to promote fruit and vegetables for all ages. This site includes:

  • Information on the nutritional benefits of fruits and vegetables
  • Tips for including fruits and vegetables into your diet
  • Recipes with fruits and vegetables

Midwest Dairy Association


A site by the Midwest Dairy Association which aims to provide dairy nutrition education and information for the family. This site includes:

  • Healthy dairy recipes for families
  • Fuel Up to Play 60 empowers students to create and implement activities that reward them for making healthy choices, and inspire change in their school
  • Nutrition Education including Lactose Intolerance, bone health and more
Nutrition Explorations


A website by the National Dairy Council that aims to provide nutrition information for school nutrition professionals, educators, and parents. This site includes:

  • News and information about child nutrition
  • Nutrition games and children
  • Nutrition lesson information for educators

USDA Nutrition


A site by the United States Department of Agriculture that provides basic nutrition information, news, and updates on topics related to nutrition and information about nutrition programs for Americans. This site includes:

  • News links related to nutrition
  • Basic nutrition information for adults
  • Links to information on federan nutrition programs