Apples
This site describes the nutritional benefits of apples. There are recipes as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing apples. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Beets and Beet Greens
This article outlines the nutritional benefits of beets. There are two recipes, including one for borscht soup. The site also provides information on storing and preparing beets. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Blueberries
This site describes the nutritional benefits of blueberries. There are recipes as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing blueberries. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Calcium Supplement Guidelines (PDF - Adobe Acrobat Reader required)
This publication provides recommended calcium allowances by age group and for pregnant or lactating women. Information is provided on how to determine if you need a calcium supplement and, if so, what kind to chose. Provided by The Cooperative Extension, University of Arizona, Department of Agriculture.

Carrots
This site describes the nutritional benefits of carrots. There are recipes as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing carrots. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Cranberries
This site describes the nutritional benefits of cranberries. There is a recipe for molded cranberry salad as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing cranberries. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Dietary Fiber
This article explains the benefits of dietary fiber and how to include it in your diet. There is a list of common foods with their fiber content per serving size. Published by The Cooperative Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Dole 5 A Day Fruit and Vegetable Nutrition
This Dole Web site promotes eating five servings of vegetables or fruits a day. The site has a section with nutritional content labels for fruits and vegetables. There is a cheerful and kid-friendly fruit and vegetable encyclopedia linked from the nutrition facts. There are also games and a coloring book. Even children who hate fruit and vegetables are bound to find something appealing here. © Dole Food Company.

Eggplant
This article outlines the nutritional benefits of eggplant. There are two recipes, including one for eggplant dip (baba ghanoush). The site also provides information on storing and preparing eggplant. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Folate Facts (PDF - Adobe Acrobat Reader required)
This 2 page brochure explains what folate is and why it is nutritionally beneficial. It also lists food sources of folate.  Provided by Iowa State University Extension.

Green Beans and Wax Beans
This site describes the nutritional benefits of green beans. There are recipes as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing these type of beans. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Guide to Low Cholesterol Foods (PDF - Adobe Acrobat Reader required)
This 2 page brochure explains what cholesterol is. It includes a chart showing normal blood cholesterol for individuals by age group. There is a list of foods with their cholesterol content and a brief quiz to test your understanding of cholesterol.  Provided by Iowa State University Extension. 

How Much Sodium Are You Eating? (PDF - Adobe Acrobat Reader required)
This article outlines the estimated safe ranges for sodium consumption and it groups a number of foods by sodium content. It also offers some salt alternatives to enhance the flavor of food. Published by The Cooperative Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Iron
This article discusses the need for iron in our diets and which foods you can find it in. Published by The Cooperative Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Key Nutrients (PDF - Adobe Acrobat Reader required)
This brochure outlines the key nutrients we all need, what they do for us, and a list of common foods they can be found in.  Provided by Iowa State University Extension.

Melons
This site describes the nutritional benefits of melons. There are recipes as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing melons. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Nutrition Labeling
From Kraft Foods, this article explains how you can use food label information to make the right choices for your health needs. © Kraft Foods, Inc.

Peas
This site describes the nutritional benefits of peas. There are recipes as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing peas. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Plums and Pears
This site describes the nutritional benefits of pears and plums. There is a recipe for pears with yogurt sauce as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing these fruits. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Potatoes
This article outlines the nutritional benefits of potatoes. There are two recipes, including one for oven French fries. The site also provides information on storing and preparing potatoes. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Raspberries and Blackberries
This site describes the nutritional benefits of raspberries and blackberries. There are two recipes as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing berries. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Rhubarb
This article outlines the nutritional benefits of rhubarb. There are two recipes, including one for rhubarb crunch. The site also provides information on storing and preparing rhubarb. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Strawberries
This article outlines the nutritional benefits of strawberries. There are two recipes, including an appealing summer fruit salad. The site also provides information on storing and preparing strawberries. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Sweet Corn
This article outlines the nutritional benefits of corn. There are three recipes, including one for corn chowder and another for corn chili. The site also provides information on storing and preparing corn. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

The Healthy Potato : Naturally Nutritious, Always Delicious
This site has a brochure of potato recipes Provided by the American Dietetic Association

Tomatoes
This site describes the nutritional benefits of tomatoes. There are recipes as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing tomatoes. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Water: The Nutrient
This article discusses the reasons we need to consume so much water. It also addresses special needs, such as infants, young children, the elderly, and athletes. Published by The Cooperative Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Zucchini and Summer Squash
This site describes the nutritional benefits of zucchini and summer squash. There are three recipes as well as information on selecting, storing, and preparing zucchini and squash. Provided by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.