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K-State Research and Extension
Department of Human Nutrition
WELCOME! The purpose of this page is to provide links to various sites that focus on
nutrition and nutrition-related areas. Although it is not all-inclusive by any means, the
hope is that you will be able to find something of use. Always remember to exercise good
judgment as you surf from site to site. Click on the category of your choice, or if unsure
CLICK HERE for an explanation of what each category covers.
- This page provides links to nutritional information in relation to the various stages
of the human lifespan. Areas of focus are infant, child & adolescent, adult, and older
adults.
- This page provides links to medical and nutritional information about Heart Disease,
Osteoporosis, Cancer, Obesity, Eating Disorders, Diabetes, AIDS, Kidney, Liver, and
Digestive Diseases.
- Information about ways to start an exercise program, the components of exercise,
nutrition and exercise, kids and exercise, or sports nutrition.
- This link focuses on the basics of food chemistry, including information pertaining
to carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins & minerals, food additives, and the
interactions between food & drugs.
- This page links to sites that provide information about an individual's personal
nutritional needs and what nutrients foods contain.
- The links on this page focus on information pertaining to vegetarianism, the
nutritional concerns that a vegetarian encounters, resources for vegetarians, and much
more.
- Links to nutritional, health, and exercise & fitness organizations are found on
this page. Each link not only provides information about the organizations themselves, but
nutritional & medical information and resources that could be of use.
- This page provides links to government sites that focus on nutrition or
nutrition-related fields. It also provides links to The 1995 Dietary Guidelines for
Americans and Food Guide Pyramid.
- Newsgroups provide a forum for discussion on specific topics. Anyone can offer
opinions on any topic. These opinions may or may not be scientifically accurate. Use good
judgment when browsing these groups. Not all internet service providers carry all
newsgroups. If you cannot access any of these groups contract your ISP.
- This page provides links to nutrition-related information that did not fit into any
of the top categories.
Nutrition Links |
Lifespan Nutrition
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Chronic Disease & Nutrition |
Exercise &
Fitness |
Nutrition
Profiles |
Nutrients
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Vegetarianism
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Organizations
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Related
Resources
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- K-State Research and Extension is a short name for the
Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative
Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful
knowledge for the well-being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and
private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area
Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is
on the K-State campus, Manhattan.
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