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Dole 5 A Day
The Dole 5 A Day site is provided by the Dole Food Company. Its "Just for Kids" section provides on-line activities such as crossword puzzles and coloring pages, as well as facts about various fruits and vegetables. The "Nutrition Fruits and Vegetables" section has a nutrition center with information and benefits of fruits and vegetables, as well as other features. The "Educators" section provides extensive resources for teachers.

Nutrition Explorations
This site, sponsored by the National Dairy Council, focuses on help with making healthy food choices for children. Some of the features include "Ask the Expert" where many topics are available, "Kids Cooking" with recipes provided, a "Family Food Guide", and the "Idea of the Day".

The American Dietetic Association on the Net
This site provides information on food and nutrition in general and addresses many issues dealing with dieting. Current nutrition topics, nutrition resources, and related sites are some of the other features.

Food and Nutrition Information Center
There are a several links listed on this site that provide information and activities for children which are related to food and nutrition topics.