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Web Links
Please visit the web sites listed below by clicking on the links to see the wealth of information that can be found at each site related to food science and technology.
American Academy of Pediatrics
General and specific information related to child health.
American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
American Cancer Society
Information regarding the ACS’s mission to help prevent cancer, save lives and diminish suffering through research, cancer information services, advocacy and public policy and community programs and services.
America’s Career InfoNet
Career related information.
American Diabetes Association
Information regarding diabetes research and efforts aimed at preventing and curing diabetes and improving the lives of those affected by diabetes.
American Dietetic Association
Timely, science-based food and nutrition information and access to an updated search engine
American Heart Association
Information provided in an effort to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders, Inc.
Information on eating disorders, self-help tips, and information about recovery and prevention
Anthony’s Kite Workshop
How to guides for making various types of kites
Ball Canning Company
Information on the process of canning and a free “Just Can It” teaching kit
Bread for the World
Nationwide Christian movement seeking justice for the world’s hungry people and engaging research and education on policies related to hunger and development.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Health and safety topics, publication and products, data and statistics
Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
The Center is dedicated to improving the nutrition and well being of Americans through nutrition policies and scientific research within the United States Department of Agriculture.
Center for Science in the Public Interest
Reliable information on nutrition and health
CNN
Food related stories and articles.
CollegeGrad.com
Job search and job seeker tools and resources
Dictionaries
Online dictionary
Dictionary of Occupational Titles
Descriptions of occupations listed alphabetically
Dying to be Thin
Companion web site to the PBS movie, “Dying to be Thin”, about the increase in prevalence of eating disorders (The movie can be viewed in its entirety on this site.)
Feed the Children
International Christian, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping hungry and hurting people.
Foodborneillness.com
Information on common bacteria and viruses that cause food poisoning
Food Allergy Network
Education, advocacy, research and awareness related to food allergies and anaphylaxis.
Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
FAO leads international efforts to defeat hunger and is a source of knowledge and information.
Food and Drug Administration
Information regarding the efforts of the FDA to protect the public health by assuring the safety, efficacy and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.
Food Finder Search
This site contains an online food diary, as well as a tool to find the nutritional content of specific foods.
Food Processing
The digital resource of Food Processing Magazine
Food Safety
A gateway to government food safety information
Food Safety /Food Additives
Information on food additives from the Center for Science in the Public Interest
Food Science Central
A gateway to free and subscription based information relating to the world of food science and technology and food-related human nutrition.
Human Anatomy Online
An interactive tour of the digestive system with detailed written information
The Hunger Project
The Hunger Project empowers local people to create lasting, self-reliant improvements in health, education, nutrition, food production and family income.
Institute of Food Science and Technology
The leading Europe-based independent professional qualifying body for food scientists and technologists
Institute of Food Technologists
The premier scientific and educational society serving the food science and technology field that aims to advance the science of food technology through knowledge
International Food Information Council (IFIC)
Nutrition and food safety resources
The Internet Chef On-line Magazine
Recipes, food news, food links
Internet Public Library
A digital library service at the University of Michigan School of Information
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JobStar Central
A search guide from your local library that contains resume, salary and job market information
The Journal of Nutrition
Information on food sources, diet recommendations, deficiencies, toxicity, clinical uses, recent research and references for further information is provided for micro- and macronutrients.
KidsHealth
Articles regarding the digestive system/process and metabolism (doctor approved health information).
www.kidshealth.org/parent/general/body_basics/digestive.html
www.kidshealth.org/kid/htbw/htbw_main_page.html
www.kidshealth.org/parent/general/body_basics/metabolism.html
Look Smart
Search engine
Merriam Webster Dictionary
Online version of the Merriam Webster Dictionary
The Mining Company
Search engine
Monster Board
Find jobs, post resumes, find information on money and education and career advice.
MyPyramid
Information concerning the new Food Guide Pyramid
National Cancer Institute
The Federal government’s principle agency for cancer training, research and education
National Eating Disorders Association
Programs, products and services to support the elimination of eating disorders
National Health Information Center
A health information referral service
National Institutes of Health
Primary Federal agency for conducting and supporting medical research
National Osteoporosis Foundation
Education, training, advocacy and research related to bone health and osteoporosis.
Nutrient Data Laboratory- USDA
Searchable online nutrient database provided by the United States Department of Agriculture.
Nutrition.Gov
Online access to government information on food and human nutrition for consumers
Nutritional Analysis Tool, University of Illinois
NATS is an online tool to analyze the nutrient content of foods.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Information on hundreds of different types of jobs, job search tips, and links to information on job markets
Partnership for Food Safety Education
Information on safe food handling, free curriculum materials, activities, resources, online games and PowerPoint presentations all related to food safety
Research It!
Quick access to the best Internet tools
The Riley Guide
Free career and employment information
Save the Children
An independent organization creating real and lasting change for children in need
Texas Department of State Health Services
Information concerning health, mental health and substance abuse services for Texans.
UNICEF
UNICEF works toward health, education, equality and protection for every child
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Information regarding food, agriculture, natural resources, and related issues based on sound public policy and science
USDA Food & Nutrition Information Center
Credible, accurate, and practical resources for nutrition and health professionals, educators, government personnel and consumers
U. S. Department of Health and Human Services
Federal website resource for finding the best government and nonprofit health and human services information
Universities on the Net
Resources and information on colleges and universities
Utah State Office of Education (utahlink)
Educational resources for students and teachers
Virtual Reference Desk
An index of quality, credible, and timely resources that are free and family friendly
World Health Organization
WHO’s objective is for all people to attain the highest possible level of health. This site contains information related to this objective.
World Trade Organization
WTO is a global, international organization working to help producers of goods and services, exporters and importers conduct their businesses.