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Resources

Below are links to sources of reliable nutrition and health information.

Dietitians of Canada – The official site of professional dietitians in Canada. This site offers nutrition and meal tips, the Nutrition Challenge and Let’s Make a Meal games, virtual grocery store tours and much more.

Health Canada’s Food and Nutrition Pages – Look here for Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating as well as information on food safety, genetically modified foods and nutrition labeling.

Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada – An informative site that includes the Heart Check program, recipes, information on fats and health eating.

Canadian Health Network – A part of the Public Health Agency of Canada, this site provides all kinds of general health information including an excellent nutrition section with information on healthy eating for all ages, the Healthlink Newsletter, games, quizzes and more.

Specialty Food Shop – Housed in the Hospital for Sick Children, this on-line store has all kinds of specialty foods for those on particular diets, including gluten-free products, specialized infant formulas, and low-protein foods to name just a few.

Canadian Diabetes Association – An excellent resource for people with diabetes that includes information on the glycemic index, fibre, fats, carbohydrates and eating out.

Healthy Eating is in Store For You – a site co-sponsored by the Canadian Diabetes Association and Dietitians of Canada that includes information on nutrition labeling and a virtual grocery store tour.

Osteoporosis Canada – this site allows you to find out your risk for developing osteoporosis and calculate your calcium intake on the calcium calculator.

Arthritis Society of Canada – a useful site with general nutrition information and answers to common questions about nutrition and arthritis.