Health Topics: Nutrition

There is never a shortage of nutrition information in the world so it is up to you, the consumer to challenge the source and reliability of the information.

Why do I need calcium? How much do I need? Is it possible to take too much calcium? What foods are good sources?

Strategies for nourishing your brain.

Iron is a mineral widely available in food, and you need only a small amount to keep healthy. Yet, iron deficiency is a common nutrition problem everywhere in the world.

Table showing calcium content in common foods.

Table showing fiber content of common foods.

Table showing iron content in common foods.

Table showing potassium content in common foods.

Table showing protein content in common foods.

How much protein is enough?  What happens if one doesn't get enough protein?

Recommendations for general nutrition and for eating concerns

Optimal nutrition can provide athletes a competitive advantage.

In today’s fat-fearful culture, an important message has been lost: Fat is essential to life.

Top ten tips for managing your mood with healthy nutrition.

Well-planned vegan and vegetarian diets - can provide adequate nutrition and other health benfits.

On-Campus Resources: Nutrition

Call: 617-495-9629

HUHS Lending Library titles on this topic: 

• Eating Well for Optimum Health
• Feeding the Hungry Heart
• Mindless Eating

Available to borrow with your Harvard or HUGHP ID. Center for Wellness Lending Library, HUHS at Holyoke Center, Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.

Online Resources: Nutrition

Official website of the American Dietic Association providing expert information for consumers and nutrition professionals.

Information on Healthy Recipes

Consumer advocacy group providing information on nutrition and health.

Information on Healthy Recipes

Information and resources for nutrition and health professionals, educators and consumers.

Information and resources, including books and treatment facilities on Eating Concerns/Disorders.

Expert nutrition advice from Harvard's Department of Nutrition.

Information on General Nutrition/Health

USDA MyPyramid Tracker is an online dietary and physical activity assessment tool that provides information on your diet quality, physical activity status, related nutrition messages, and links to nutrient and physical activity information.

Information controlling and preventing diabetes.

Information on Eating Concerns/Disorders

Information on metabolic diseases such as diabetes, kidney and digestive diseases.

Information on Eating Concerns/Disorders

Information on Eating Concerns/Disorders

Providing easy, online access to government information on food, nutrition and nutrition-related health issues.

Information on vegetarian and vegan nutrition.

Information on General Nutrition/Health

Information on weight control, obesity, physical activity for consumers, health professionals and media.