Women
Topics for women categorized by various life stages.
College:
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics – Healthy Eating for Women
Provides tips for eating a balanced diet and maintaining physical activity for young women.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics – Eating Disorders
Discusses symptoms of eating disorders and health consequences.
Includes information about micronutrients that are particularly important for young women.
For the college athlete – information about nutrition, sleep, and eating disorders especially relevant for this population.
Pregnancy:
Focus is on various micronutrients (and their sources) that are important during pregnancy.
Describes the role of exercise in a healthy pregnancy, factors to consider, and how to pace yourself.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics – Miscellaneous
Links to articles about numerous issues relating to nutrition and health during pregnancy.
American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology
FAQ about pregnancy and health.
American Pregnancy Association – Nutrition
Myth vs. Fact presentation regarding nutrition and pregnancy.
American Pregnancy Association – Nutrition
Tips for building a healthy diet during pregnancy.
American Pregnancy Association – Exercise
Discusses the benefits of exercise during pregnancy, includes restrictions and things to avoid.
Links to various resources regarding nutrition and diet during pregnancy.
MedlinePlus – Gestational Diabetes
Explanation of gestational diabetes with links to additional resources.
Information about gestational diabetes.
Advice regarding physical activity for pregnant women.
Breastfeeding:
Q&A about nutrition to support breastfeeding.
American Pregnancy Association
Q&A about the benefits of breastfeeding.
Resources from the USDA, NIH, and DHHS about breastfeeding and related topics.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Various articles on breastfeeding and different infant feeding stages (formulas, bottles, weaning, etc.).
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Consumer-focused article about the importance of food and drink choices while breastfeeding.
Science-heavy explanations of the impact of exercise during breastfeeding.
Menopause:
Discussion of menopause and nutrition recommendations.
Southwest Virginia Community College
Curriculum on health and fitness for women aged 45-60.
General:
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Information regarding specific nutrients (and their food sources) that women generally need to make sure they are getting in sufficient amounts.
Under Health and Wellness tab: Various topics relevant to women’s nutrition, including information on physical activity, injury prevention, food allergies/intolerances, and food/nutrition basics.
Information about osteoporosis and its prevention. Appropriate for women of all ages.