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With the holidays rapidly approaching, how do we find the time (and self-control) to stay in shape? Read all about it on the net!

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General Health

HealthAnswers: Homepage
Search for particular illness using the keyword and phrase search facility. Contains health news, tips, health and travel info, and a quiz.
Karolinska Institute
Excellent resource which contains an A to Z directory of diseases, disorders and related topics. Includes a search facility.
MedicineNet
Editors and physician writers of MedicineNet research your questions and publish answers. With chat room.
PubMed
National Library of Medicine offers a Medline search facility, with access to abstracts from a database of over nine million citations.
WebDoctor
Comprehensive index of medical resources that provides physicians with peer-reviewed information. Also contains sections for patients.
Women's Health - The Mining Company
Offers weekly features covering important health issues including PMS, menopause, hysterectomy, fitness, and nutrition.
AIDS - HIV - ’GIS
Considered the largest AIDS/HIV database in the world. Includes top related news story for the day, and advice if you think you are at risk.
Ask NOAH
Hosted by the New York Online Access to Health. Vast resource with loads of information on health and diseases organized by topic or search.
BabyCenter
Packed full of advice and info for expectant and new parents, covering every conceivable topic to do with pregnancy, babies, and family life.
Better Health & Medical
One stop advice on health and medical needs that includes news headlines. Easy to use index helps find info on specific diseases quickly.
Bodywise Health
Updated monthly with articles on the latest issues affecting your health. Features professional reviews of health publications and links.
Calorie Control Council
Find out how 2,000 calories can taste great! Includes daily meal planner, menu ideas, recipes, and calorie/fat analysis.
Doc in the Box
Find answers to commonly asked medical questions with the option of consulting a specialist physician by email.
Doctor's Guide to the Internet
Gives medical news and alerts, new drug advice, medical conference details, publications, and patient information and resources.
Drug Database- PharmInfoNet
Information from this database includes recent announcements and warnings about side effects of drugs, written mainly for professionals.
Fitness Partner Connection
Extensive information on fitness, health, and nutrition. Features library, clubs, fitness products, sports medicine, newsgroups, and FAQs.
FitnessOnline
Cool site with advice on fitness, training, and nutrition. Provides links to zines including Shape, Muscle and Fitness, Flex, and Men's Fitness.
Health News & Information Directory
Comprehensive resource indexed by medical condition. Gives current news on the condition or illness and provides links to further information.
Healthtouch
Extensive directory with sections on child and teen health, dental health, healthy recipes, and poison prevention and safety.
INFOMEDICAL - Medical Resources
Contains about 1,400 entries of medical terms with explanations and links to resources on the Internet.
InteliHealth - Johns Hopkins
Features daily news articles, health quizzes, ask-the-doc, health library, and loads of informative health information.
Internet Mental Health
Provides descriptions, treatments, research findings, and online diagnosis for 52 mental disorders. With details on many psychiatric drugs.
KidsHealth.org
Comprehensive site for kids and parents covering issues such as growth, food and fitness, childhood infections, and immunization.
Mayo Clinic Health O@sis
Resources from the famous clinic including daily news on diseases, treatments, and nutrition. With search facility, ask the doctor, and quizzes.
Multilingual Medical Glossary
List consists of 1,830 terms which are translated into seven other languages. Terms and glossary may be browsed by language.
Reuters Health Information Services
Cover the important news stories in health and medicine each business day. Stories are linked to a drug database with searchable news archive.
Rx-List Internet Drug Index
First stop for finding informative reports about almost any drug. Lists over 4,000 drugs and common side effects.
Virtual Hospital
Digital health sciences library which provides patient care support and distance learning to practicing physicians.
Virtual Naval Hospital
Library of authoritative medical info covering health issues pertinent to naval service. Includes safety, drug issues, dental, and diseases.
Advanced Study in Medicine
Second opinion service from this authoritative institute on cancer and HIV diagnosis and treatment. Details of publications and clinical trials.
Alternative Health News Online
From amino acids to zinc. It's all here in this informative zine that covers traditional and complimentary medicine and diet and nutrition.
American Dental Association
Easy-to-read educational material for consumers combined with dental news, and a products and services guide.
Austin Nutritional Research
Comprehensive guide to nutrients and their importance for healthy living. With online shopping for nutritional supplements.
Better Health
Advice about women's health issues, allergies, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, exercise, and nutrition. With an ask the expert section and chat.
Childbirth.Org
Guide provides many links to information and resources related to pregnancy, giving birth, and newborns.
Columbia Healthcare
Info from the nations largest provider of health care services. Gives tips on staying healthy and getting the best treatment.
Dana Brainweb
Reviews common brain diseases from Alzheimer's to manic depression to stroke. Offers basic information, support, and further sources.
Dr. Koop's Community
Visit the virtual pharmacy, get health news, ask the doctor a question, join a chat room or forum, or find out information about health topics.
FamilyWeb
Gateway to heaps of quality information on pregnancy, pre and postnatal care, explanations about development of baby, and lifestyle advice.
Femina: Web Search for Women
Provides a searchable directory of links to female friendly sites on the Web. Click on health for info on violence, sexuality, and fitness.
Freeality - Medical Information
Directory of health information. Find major health organizations, dictionaries, and medical publications.
Health-Center.com
Check out the recent posting on the bulletin board or browse resources on senior and family health, medication information, and illnesses.
Healthfinder
Federal Government offers a health information search by topic and age group. With health news and details of support groups and publications.
Healthwise
Columbia University's Q&A service which covers matters such as sexuality, relationships, drugs, and general health.
InnerBody.com
Check out this place for interactive and educational views of the human body. Click on the area of the body that your interested in for info.

Fitness

Fitness Homepage
Contact an exercise expert by email, read about effective exercise routines, or check out online shopping sites.
Fitness Partner Connection
Extensive information on fitness, health, and nutrition. Features library, clubs, fitness products, sports medicine, newsgroups, and FAQs.
FitnessZone's Fitness Profile
Easy to complete fitness assessment which helps calculate your target "workout" heart rate, and gives advice on general fitness goals.
Planet Reebok
Profiles of Reebok-sponsored athletes, photos taken by them at the Olympics, plus humorous pictures of sports figures.
Shape Up America!
Designed to provide the latest information about safe weight management and physical fitness. Includes keyword and concept searches.
Sportfit
Fitness pointers, a glossary of terms, and workout programs tailored for skiing, golf, tennis, and volleyball.
Worldguide: Health & Fitness
Lessons and recommendations about anatomy, strength training, cardiovascular exercise, eating well, and sports medicine.
Fitness Online
Articles on weight loss, strength training, and nutrition, with a supplements catalog and a personal trainer referral service.
Fitness Partner Jumpsite
Health, fitness, and nutrition resources, a fitness library, specialized online publications, and products and organizations.
Fitness Zone
Great resource for all fitness related issues. Includes a US wide searchable database of health clubs.
LifeMatters
Take charge of your own health with advice concerning fitness, nutrition, parenting, relationships, and managing stress.
Target Heart Rate Calculator
Enter your personal statistics to find your target maximum heart rate while exercising.
Wellness Shopper-Fitness
Find out what the ten fitness secrets are. Includes info on how you can obtain total fitness through walking.
AskERIC
Educational Resources Information Center. Searchable database and a Q&A service that responds within 48 hours.
Cybercise
Extensive connections to aerobic and nutrition resources, a fitness forum, supplies, world events, and fashion trends.
Healthy Choice
All sorts of nutritional and lifestyle advice for the health enthusiast. Includes fitness links, exercise articles, quick fitness tips, and chat.
Medical and Sports Music
Select a tape from the pace chart which matches your present health and fitness level. Features online ordering, assessment by email, and links.
Reader's Digest - Your Health
Advice on living sensibly and looking after your health. Includes remedies for common ailments, fitness tips, and a calorie counter.
The Health Authority
Are you confused by the daily barrage of conflicting health news? This site offers a practical perspective on health issues such as exercise.
Thriveonline.com
Navigate your way around this map of healthy living experiences. With advice on health and stress, fitness, sex, good food, and sleep.
USA Triathlon
Triathlon's governing body offers local and international news and results, membership details, a race list, and advice.
American Alliance for Health
Promotes active, creative, healthy lifestyles by improving educational and community programs. Find out about membership and services.
American Dietetic Association
FAQs, lists of dietary practice groups, details of professional meetings, and nutritional sources.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic
Biography of Arnold Schwarzenegger plus the 1996 schedule for the competition named after him.

General Nutrition and Diet

LookSmart Spotlight Site - Nutrition
Learn the truth about foods, get tips on meal planning and check out information on popular diets. Try new recipes, too. From The Mining Co.
CSPI Homepage
Click here to test your nutritional knowledge. Find out other interesting facts about commercially produced foods.
CyberNutrition Online
Email your questions on food, nutrition, and diet to Syracuse University's Nutrition and Foodservice Management Department.
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Better understand your nutritional needs and dietary choices with this eight-point plan. From the US Government.
Dietitians and Nutrition Experts
Free Q&A service which promises to respond to your email within 48 hours. Includes sampling of recent items.
Gatorade Sports Science
Targeted at trainers, physicians, coaches, and sports nutritionists. With articles, a bulletin board, and practical advice.
Healthwise: Go Ask Alice
Columbia University Q&A service which provides sections on nutrition, drugs, and general health. You can receive email advice.
Choosing and Using a Dietitian
Friendly and straightforward recommendations on why to use a dietitian, how to find one, and what to ask.
FoodLines Home Page
Read about food, nutrition, and food-related events or discover new recipes and restaurants from around the world
Fast Food Finder
This site will help you make fast food choices.Includes calorie, fat, salt, and cholesterol analysis.
Healthtouch
Find info on nutrition, weight control, and healthy recipes. Features advice on special dietary needs and tips for dining out.
Margarine on the Web
Contains a large recipe archive, resources about the role of margarine in management of heart disease, and nutritional facts and figures.
Nofat.com
Advice and recipes for those who want to lose weight or are recovering from a stroke, heart attack, or bypass surgery.
Arbor Nutrition Guide
Links to a range of nutrition-related sites, reviewed by Dr. Tony Helman. With free email updates on the latest nutrition sites.
Austin Nutritional Research
Comprehensive reference guide to nutrients and healthy living, coupled with online shopping for supplements.
BNF
Check out interesting nutritional facts or find out about events, news, and educational programs. Hosted by the British Nutritional Foundation.
Balancing Snacking
Learn how to balance snacking with a healthy lifestyle. Includes tips on what's good-tasting, low-fat, and nutritious.
Canola Oil Information Site
Get ideas on how you can substitute butter with canola oil for baking. Includes recipes and other handy hints.
Chocolate Desserts and Treats
Chocolate can be included in a balanced diet. Provides tips on how to reduce fat in your favorite desserts.
CyberDiet
Information for a healthy lifestyle, including online nutritional self-assessment, meal plans, food facts, and guest speakers.
Daily Reference Values
Hosted by the US Food and Drug Administration, this site explains how energy-producing DRVs are used.
FitnessOnline
Cool site with advice on fitness, training and nutrition. Provides links to zines including Shape, Living Fit and Shape Cooks.
Food Guide Pyramid
Create a customized guide to healthy eating, learn about food group advice, recipes, menus, and food news.
Health Partner
Nutritionally deficient? Complete the online symptom questionnaire which will be by analyzed by a nutritional practitioner for a fee of $30-85.
Healthtouch - Mexi-American Recipes
Interesting and spicy recipies created by the American Dietetic Association (ADA). Includes nutritional analysis
Healthy Eating
Lean how easy it isto have sound, nutritional eating habits. Make delicious meals based on the food guide pyramid.
IFIC Foundation
Scientific research, graphics, and other information on a range of food issues for consumers and researchers.
Interactive Food Finder
Based on Fast Food Facts, this database gives calories, fat content, cholesterol, and sodium in specific foods.
Lorraine Eyerman
Customized nutrition planning. Specializes in weight loss and gain, sports nutrition, cholesterol reduction, and nutrition during pregnancy.
New Dietary Guidelines
Find out about the NFB's new dietary reference intakes that will replace recommended dietary allowances.
Nutriquest
Submit a question and the reply will be posted from Cornell University's Division of Nutritional Sciences. With archives from 1991.
Nutrition Analysis Tool
Select and analyze food for a breakdown of nutrients, or have alternative foods suggested for your diet.
Nutrition Consultants Interactive
Nutritional counseling service offers advice on nutritional analysis, diet and exercise modification, weight loss, and supplements.
Nutrition Support Services
Commercial company offering health services, programs, and products. Order by phone or email.
Nutritional Information
Advice and recipes for those on dietary restrictions including adapting recipes, cooking with rice, vegetarianism, and cooking with chicken.
Personal Nutrition Management
Firm which advises food service companies interested in improving the nutritional content of their products.