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Nutrition : Statistics and Facts
Data Sets and Survey Information
- CDC's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance SystemCenters for Disease Control and Prevention Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) is a unique, state-based surveillance system active in all 50 states. This system is the primary source of state-based information on risk behaviors (including poor diet and physical inactivity) among adult populations.
- Community Nutrition Mapping Project (CNMapp)Includes information on nutrient intakes, physical activity and body weight, healthy eating patterns and food security by state. From the US Agricultural Resource Community Nutrition Research Group.
- Food and Nutrition Information Center (FNIC), National Agricultural LibraryHas FNIC databases such as WIC-Works Resource System, Food Stamp Nutrition Connection, and Healthy Meals Resource System. The Topics A-Z categories including aging, allergies, art and images, herbal information, nutrition education, etc. are particularly useful.
- Food Environment AtlasData on food security, food choices, health, and community characteristics have been compiled and made available by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
- USDA National Agricultural Library: Dietary GuidanceDietary Reference Intakes, DRIs compared to RDAs, Resources on Individual Macronutrients, Phytonutrients, Vitamins and Minerals.
- Child Nutrition Sharing Site"The Child Nutrition Sharing Site (CNSS) is an online information center providing Child Nutrition Programs (CNPs) with a means for sharing effective resources related to program operation."