News concerning the debate over changes to the School Lunch Program
has brought the topic of child nutrition and health to the forefront, in
recent weeks. As government and school officials debate this important
topic, Government Book Talk takes a look at the Food and Nutrition Information Center Resources CD-ROM currently available from the GPO Online Bookstore.
The Food and Nutrition Information Center Resources CD-ROM
from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Nutrition
Information Center (FNIC) contains a plethora of useful information
related to various food and nutrition programs, such as the National
School Lunch Program. It particularly offers guidance to help nutrition
professionals and consumers locate information and materials on specific
food and nutrition topics, such as Child Nutrition and Health, Food and
Nutrition Education, School Food Service, and much more. Compiled by
Nutrition Information Specialists, these Resource Lists provide
resources in a variety of formats including articles, pamphlets, books,
audio-visuals, and Web links.
This resource list excerpt from 2008 for educators provides resource information on cultural and ethnic food nutrition.
The vast information contained on this CD-ROM from the National
Agriculture Library collection will prove to be a great resource for
parents, educators, school food service professionals and child care
providers. Child Nutrition Programs including before/after school and
children’s summer municipal camp programs will also benefit from these
resource lists for nutritional guidance and food planning for their
summer and new school year child nutrition initiatives.
The FNIC website contains over 2500 links to current and reliable nutrition information.
About the FNIC
According to its website, the FNIC is a leader in food and human nutrition information. Located at the National Agricultural Library (NAL) of USDA, the FNIC provides credible, accurate, and practical resources for nutrition and health professionals, educators, government personnel and consumers. To learn more about the FNIC and its various resource lists topics visit the FNIC website.
In addition to the Food and Nutrition Information Center Resources CD-ROM, the USDA has published the following print publication focusing on nutrition and diet, which is also available from the U.S. Government Bookstore.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 offers advice regarding nutrition to promote health and to reduce risk for major chronic diseases through diet and physical activity. The publication is oriented toward policymakers, nutrition educators, nutritionists, and healthcare providers. It summarizes and synthesizes knowledge regarding individual nutrients and food components into recommendations for a pattern of eating that can be adopted by the public. Key Recommendations listed by chapter include: Balancing Calories to Manage Weight; Foods and Food Components to Reduce; Foods and Nutrients to Increase; Building Healthy Eating Patterns; and Helping Americans Make Healthy Choices. It also explains the new food plate which replaced the food pyramid.
How can I get these federal resources on Food and Nutrition Planning?
Shop Online Anytime: You can buy these and other publications (with FREE Standard Shipping worldwide) from the U.S. Government Online Bookstore website at http://bookstore.gpo.gov:
Order by Phone: Call our Customer Contact Center Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5:30 pm Eastern (except US Federal holidays). From US and Canada, call toll-free 1.866.512.1800. DC or International customers call +1.202.512.1800.
Visit a Federal Depository Library: Search for U.S. Government publications in a nearby Federal depository library, such as Hackley Public Library! You can find the records for most titles in the Catalog of U.S. Government Publications or CGP.
About the author: Trudy Hawkins is a writer and marketing specialist in GPO’s Publication & Information Sales Division supporting the U.S. Government Online Bookstore (http://bookstore.gpo.gov).
The Food and Nutrition Information Center Resources CD-ROM
from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Nutrition
Information Center (FNIC) contains a plethora of useful information
related to various food and nutrition programs, such as the National
School Lunch Program. It particularly offers guidance to help nutrition
professionals and consumers locate information and materials on specific
food and nutrition topics, such as Child Nutrition and Health, Food and
Nutrition Education, School Food Service, and much more. Compiled by
Nutrition Information Specialists, these Resource Lists provide
resources in a variety of formats including articles, pamphlets, books,
audio-visuals, and Web links.
This resource list excerpt from 2008 for educators provides resource information on cultural and ethnic food nutrition.
The FNIC website contains over 2500 links to current and reliable nutrition information.According to its website, the FNIC is a leader in food and human nutrition information. Located at the National Agricultural Library (NAL) of USDA, the FNIC provides credible, accurate, and practical resources for nutrition and health professionals, educators, government personnel and consumers. To learn more about the FNIC and its various resource lists topics visit the FNIC website.
In addition to the Food and Nutrition Information Center Resources CD-ROM, the USDA has published the following print publication focusing on nutrition and diet, which is also available from the U.S. Government Bookstore.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 offers advice regarding nutrition to promote health and to reduce risk for major chronic diseases through diet and physical activity. The publication is oriented toward policymakers, nutrition educators, nutritionists, and healthcare providers. It summarizes and synthesizes knowledge regarding individual nutrients and food components into recommendations for a pattern of eating that can be adopted by the public. Key Recommendations listed by chapter include: Balancing Calories to Manage Weight; Foods and Food Components to Reduce; Foods and Nutrients to Increase; Building Healthy Eating Patterns; and Helping Americans Make Healthy Choices. It also explains the new food plate which replaced the food pyramid.
How can I get these federal resources on Food and Nutrition Planning?
Shop Online Anytime: You can buy these and other publications (with FREE Standard Shipping worldwide) from the U.S. Government Online Bookstore website at http://bookstore.gpo.gov:
- Click here to purchase Food and Nutrition Information Center Resources CD-ROM
- Click here to purchase Dietary Guidelines For Americans, 2010
- Click here to shop our Diet and Nutrition collection
Order by Phone: Call our Customer Contact Center Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5:30 pm Eastern (except US Federal holidays). From US and Canada, call toll-free 1.866.512.1800. DC or International customers call +1.202.512.1800.
Visit a Federal Depository Library: Search for U.S. Government publications in a nearby Federal depository library, such as Hackley Public Library! You can find the records for most titles in the Catalog of U.S. Government Publications or CGP.
About the author: Trudy Hawkins is a writer and marketing specialist in GPO’s Publication & Information Sales Division supporting the U.S. Government Online Bookstore (http://bookstore.gpo.gov).
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