The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of
food and nutrition professionals. The Academy is committed to improving the
nation's health and advancing the profession of dietetics through research,
education and advocacy.
The American Academy of Pediatrics is an American professional association of
pediatricians, headquartered in Itasca, Illinois. It maintains its Department
of Federal Affairs office in Washington, D.C.
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is a United States-based nonprofit that
seeks to educate the public about diabetes and to help those affected by it
through funding research to manage, cure and prevent diabetes (including type 1
diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes and pre-diabetes).
The American Gastroenterological Association is a professional association for
gastroenterologists. The AGA was founded in 1897 and has grown to include 16,000 members
worldwide who are involved in all aspects of the science, practice and advancement of
gastroenterology. The AGA Institute administers the practice, research and educational
programs of the organization.
The American Heart Association is a nonprofit organization in the United States
that funds cardiovascular medical research, educates consumers on healthy living
and fosters appropriate cardiac care in an effort to reduce disability and deaths
caused by cardiovascular disease and stroke.
ASPEN is a leader in nutrition support therapy for people who cannot take food by
mouth due to severe illness or surgery. Its members are dieticians, nurses,
pharmacists, physicians and scientists who provide clinical nutrition to patients.
EatingWell has been at the forefront of the healthy-eating movement for more than
30 years. Through our award-winning magazine and high-quality, content-rich website,
we publish deliciously healthy recipes and healthy cooking how-to guides.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides critical nutrition assistance
through Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) programs that include child nutrition
programs, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and emergency food
assistance among many other programs.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) MyPlate is the current nutrition guide
published by the USDA's Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, a graphic depicting
a place setting with a plate and glass divided into five food groups. MyPlate is
displayed on food packaging and used in nutrition education in the United States.
MyPlate is based on the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
The NKF is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease. As a pioneer of
scientific research and innovation, NKF focuses on the whole patient through the
lens of kidney health.
The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Nutrition Source is a leading authority on food and nutrition knowledge,
providing science-based guidance for healthy living.