Meriter Online Health Resource
MyPyramid
This site, from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, takes an in-depth look at the food pyramid and explains how to make balanced choices from every food group. Enter your age, sex and activity level into a form to get a more personalized eating plan. There is also information for parents to easily explain to children the benefits of a healthy, balanced diet.
Food and Nutrition Information Center (FNIC)
Enter in the food (such as broiled chicken) and this tool from the Food and Nutrition Information Center lists everything from the calories to minerals.
Nutrition.gov
This site, from the National Agricultural Library and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, provides access to a large library of free nutrition information.
Eatright.org
At this site, by the American Dietetic Association, you can search for an Registered dietician in your area and also get nutrition fact sheets on a variety of subjects.