A wonderful site from Kids Health. Easy to navigate and easy language, this site has a wide array of information on healthy lifestyles for teenagers. The site has a number of links, interactive tools, as well as many articles and pieces actually on the site. The information is credible, and plentiful, and this site will provide you with all your answers about any kids health topic.
This particular page gives statistics on children and nutrition. There are fun graphics and helpful links
Good site for adolescents, easy to understand, food pyramid to show healthy eating habits
Links to complete guide by subject, risk factors, weight loss tips
Links, organized, prevalence, definition, causes of obesity
This site offers useful links to good information. It also includes a definition, symptoms, and causes of obesity
An interesting site dealing specifically with the issue of fat, weight and weight loss. Directed at a large audience, some of the site material is a little advanced, however, the amount of information and links is impressive. The content is very good, although there are no interactive features. If you know what you’re looking for in this category, it isn’t too difficult to find.
This is a wonderful site with cool interactive content. The site is very fun and easy to navigate, with lots of cool graphics and pictures all for teenagers. This site addresses a number of different teen health issues including STD’s and nutrition. The site features a ton of resources and articles all aimed at teenagers. Awesome site overall.
Lists several different clinics from all over the nation.
Weight-control Information Network: (202) 828-1025 / (877) 946-4627 The Weight-control Information Network (WIN) is a national information service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), National Institutes of Health (NIH). WIN was established in 1994 to provide health professionals and consumers with science-based information on obesity, weight control, and nutrition.
The National Eating Disorders Association: (800) 931 – 2237 The NEDA is dedicated to expanding the public understanding of eating disorders and promoting the access to quality treatment for those affected along with support for family members through education, advocacy and research.
The Renfrew Center Foundation475 Spring LanePhiladelphia, PA 19128877-367-3383 Fax: (215) 482-2695E-Mail: foundation@renfrew.orgThe Renfrew Center Foundation is a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization advancing the education, prevention, research, and treatment of eating disorders.
American Council on Exercise 4851 Paramount Drive San Diego, CA 92123 858-279-8227 800-825-3636The American Council on Exercise is the largest nonprofit fitness certification and education provider in the world.
American Dietetic Association (Headquarters) 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000 Chicago, IL 60606-6995 800-877-1600
American Dietetic Association (DC Office)1120 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 480Washington, D.C., 20036202-775-8277The American Dietetic Association is the nation’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. ADA serves the public by promoting optimal nutrition, health and well-being.
Children’s Nutrition Research Center1100 Bates StreetHouston, TX 77030The Children's Nutrition Research Center (CNRC) is one of six federally funded human nutrition research centers in the nation and the first to conduct scientific investigations into the role of maternal, infant and child nutrition in optimal health, development, and growth.
Web DieticianNo. 10 Foulkes Square401 Ohio StreetTerre Haute, IN 47807- A personal dietician for you. Web dietician is the premier web based diet counselor provider with individualized programs and diets.