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FDA Center for Food Safety & Applied Nutrition (Score: 24 out of 25)
Sponsor: US FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
This complex site provides access to many government resources on nutrition and is best used with a specific topic in mind due to its sheer size.

Food Safety Website (Score: 24 out of 25)
Sponsor: North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service
Comprehensive facts on all facets of food safety, organized in a user-friendly way by food category. 'Hot Topics' discusses pesticides and additives.

American Cancer Society (Score: 23 out of 25)
Sponsor: American Cancer Society
ACS's dietary guidelines and common questions about cancer and diet are covered in a clear, readable style.

American Diabetes Association (Score: 23 out of 25)
Sponsor: American Diabetes Association
The epidemic nature of diabetes makes this site an important resource for consumers and professionals alike.

British Nutrition Foundation (Score: 23 out of 25)
Sponsor: British Nutrition Foundation
This site provides current nutrition information and dietary guidelines targeted to consumers in the UK.

Institute of Food Science and Technology (Score: 23 out of 25)
Sponsor: IFST
This site, which posts the latest information on food science and technology, is designed for scientists, health professionals, journalists, and consumers alike.

NIDDK (National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases) (Score: 23 out of 25)
Sponsor: National Institutes of Health
Here you'll find US government factsheets on diabetes, digestive diseases, endocrine and metabolic disorders, kidney disease, obesity, and urologic disease. This is a huge, but manageable, site.

American Heart Association (Score: 22 out of 25)
Sponsor: American Heart Association (AHA)
The AHA provides a good balance of patient education materials, nutrition tips for health-conscious consumers, and scientific information for researchers and professionals.

cancer.gov (Score: 22 out of 25)
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute
Cancer patients and health care professionals alike will find the latest information here--including tips to help patients with eating problems encountered during treatment.

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America (Score: 22 out of 25)
Sponsor: Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America
People who are affected by Crohn's disease and colitis shouldn't hesitate to look to CCFA for thoughtful advice on issues such as nutrient deficiencies, specific diets, and food/drug interactions.