Older Adults General Nutrition Resource List

September 2013

This publication is a collection of general nutrition resources for older adults divided into 

three sections. The first section includes resources for consumers, while the second 

section includes resources for professionals. Resources are comprised of Web sites, 

pamphlets and books. The consumer section also features cookbooks and newsletters. 

The third section of this publication consists of contact information for organizations with 

resources on nutrition for older adults. Many of the pamphlets listed in the first two 

sections are available in single copies and some may also be purchased in bulk from 

the organization listed (Web addresses are also provided for materials available online). 

The books may either be borrowed from your local library or purchased from your local 

book store.

Materials may also be available to borrow from the National Agricultural Library (NAL) 

collection. Lending and copy service information is provided at the end of this 

document. If you are not eligible for direct borrowing privileges, check with your local 

library on how to borrow through interlibrary loan. Materials cannot be purchased from 

NAL. Contact information is provided for the publisher/producer if you wish to purchase 

any materials on this list.

This Resource List is available from the Food and Nutrition Information Center’s (FNIC) 

Web site at: http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/pubs/olderadults.pdf. A complete list of FNIC 

publications can be found at http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/resourcelists. 
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Table of Contents:

For purposes of this publication, each item has been placed in one of the following 

categories, though many items contain information that covers more than one topic:

Section I: Nutrition for Older Adults – Resources for Consumers

A. Web Available Resources

1. General Nutrition and Health

2. Disease Prevention and Common Conditions

3. Special Concerns for Older Adults

i. Food Assistance and Food Resource Management

ii. Food Safety

iii. Dietary Supplements/Food Drug Interactions

B. Books and Cookbooks

C. Newsletters

Section II: Older Adults and Nutrition – Resources for Professionals

A. Web Available Resources

B. Books

Section III: Nutrition and Health Organizations
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Section I: Nutrition and Health

A. Web Available Resources

1. General Nutrition and Health 

AgePage—Healthy Eating After 50

United States Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institutes of 

Health (NIH), National Institute on Aging

Description: This14-page brochure provides information on appropriate eating for older 

adults. Outlines nutrient needs for older adults. Changes in taste and smell, water and 

fiber requirements, cutting down on salt and fat, keeping food safe and keeping costs 

low are addressed. 

Web sites: http://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/healthy-eating-after-50

http://www.nia.nih.gov/sites/default/files/healthy_eating_after_50.pdf (PDF | 224 KB)

Ordering Information: Print copies may be ordered online or by phone from the 

National Institute on Aging. See Section III for contact information.

Consumer Corner: Seniors

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Agricultural Library (NAL), 

Food and Nutrition Information Center

Description: Nutrition topics of interest to seniors such as healthy eating to reduce risk 

of disease and dealing with changes that affect eating (such as taste changes or having 

to cook for one).

Web site: http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/consumers/ages-stages/seniors

Eating Well as You Get Older ~ NIHSeniorHealth

DHHS, NIH, National Institute on Aging; National Library of Medicine 

Description: Online resource with information and videos for seniors about how to eat 

well, eat safely, shop wisely and more. Large text availability, contrast and speech 

toggle improve resource’s accessibility for older adults. 

Web site:

http://nihseniorhealth.gov/eatingwellasyougetolder/benefitsofeatingwell/01.html

Eating Well Over 50: Nutrition and Diet Tips for Healthy Eating as You Age

Helpguide.org

Description: Online fact sheet provides information for older adults on why nutrition is 

important, nutrient needs, tips for creating a well-balanced diet, overcoming obstacles, 

and handling physical and lifestyle changes. 

Web site: http://www.helpguide.org/life/senior_nutrition.htm
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Evaluating Health Information

DHHS, NIH, National Library of Medicine

Description: A web page with many resources for learning how to determine if health 

information is reliable. The page includes tutorials, articles (some in both English and 

Spanish), a section specifically for seniors and links to more information.

Web site: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/evaluatinghealthinformation.html

Fit and Fabulous as You Mature

DHHS, NIH, The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

(NIDDK), Weight-control Information Network 

Description: This 23-page booklet provides tips for healthy eating and safe physical 

activity for older adults, specifically African American women. Resource includes 

information about label reading, serving sizes and eating out.

Web sites: http://win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/mature.htm 

http://win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/PDFs/FitandFabulous.pdf (PDF | 1.8 MB) 

Ordering Information: Print copies may be ordered online or by phone or mail from the

Weight-control Information Network. Ask for NIH Publication No. 03-4927. See Section 

III for contact information. 

Healthy Aging 

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)

Description: Online resource separated into two sections – “Nutrition for Older Adults” 

and “Food Safety Risks for Older Adults.” Links to several online fact sheets including: 

“Healthy Eating for Older Adults”, “Special Nutrient Needs of Older Adults”, “How Many 

Calories Do Older Adults Need?”, “Nutrition and Older Men”, and “Home Food Safety 

101.”

Web site: http://www.eatright.org/Public/landing.aspx?TaxID=6442451997

MyPlate

United States Department of Agriculture

Description: Provides nutrition information, sample menus and recipes, tips for eating 

on a budget, and more for all ages. Provides a link to the SuperTracker – a tool that can 

be used to plan, analyze, and track diet and physical activity.

Web site: http://www.choosemyplate.gov

What’s on Your Plate? Smart Food Choices for Healthy Aging.

DHHS, NIH, National Institute on Aging

Description: Booklet describes the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 with a 

special emphasis on applications for adults aged 50 and older. Topics include USDA 

food patterns, portion sizes, nutrition labels, nutrients, lifestyle, shopping, food safety, 

sample menus and recipes. 

Web site: http://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/whats-your-plate-smart-foodchoices-healthy-aging
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Ordering Information: Print copies may be ordered from the National Institute on 

Aging by phone or online at

http://newcart.niapublications.org/order/order.aspx?id=BK030. See Section III for 

contact information. 

Young at Heart: Tips for Older Adults

DHHS, NIH, NIDDK, Weight-control Information Network

Description: Young at Heart is a booklet that provides tips for healthy eating and safe 

physical activity for older adults. Defines a healthy weight and offers ideas for planning 

and preparing meals. Also available in Spanish.

Web sites: http://win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/young_heart.htm

http://win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/PDFs/youngatheart.pdf (PDF | 2.9 MB) 

Ordering Information: Print copies may be ordered online, by mail, or by phone from 

the Weight-control Information Network. Ask for NIH Publication No. 02–4993. See 

Section III for contact information.

2. Disease Prevention and Common Conditions

Answers by Heart

American Heart Association

Description: This website links to dozen of downloadable information sheets on 

cardiovascular conditions, treatments and tests, and lifestyle and risk reduction. Many of 

the sheets are also available in Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese and 

Vietnamese.

Website:http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/More/ToolsForYourHeartHealth/

Answers-by-Heart-Fact-Sheets_UCM_300330_Article.jsp

Ordering Information: Pamphlets may also be ordered on many of the same topics at: 

http://educationpackets.heart.org/ or by contacting the American Heart Association

directly. See Section III for contact information.

The Facts About Fiber

American Institute for Cancer Research

Description: This brochure provides an overview of fiber and the importance of a high 

fiber diet for cancer prevention and to help with other health concerns. It also lists the 

amount of dietary fiber found in common foods. 

Web site: http://www.aicr.org/site/DocServer/FPC-E7B-FIW.pdf?docID=1547 (PDF | 

595KB)

Order Information: Copies may be ordered online, by mail, or by phone from the 

American Institute of Cancer Research. See Section III for contact information. Order 

online at: http://www.aicr.org/site/PageServer?pagename=pub_facts_fiber

It’s Not Too Late to Prevent Diabetes

DHHS, NIH, NIDDK, National Diabetes Education Program

Description: This 4-page booklet includes physical activity and nutrition tips and 

resources to help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes. 
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Web sites: http://ndep.nih.gov/publications/PublicationDetail.aspx?PubId=75 and

http://ndep.nih.gov/media/nottoolate_tips.pdf (PDF | 3.1 MB)

Ordering Information: Up to 10 print copies may be ordered for free online, by mail, or 

by phone from the National Diabetes Education Program. Publication number is NDEP75. See Section III for contact information. .

Nutrition After Fifty: Tips and Recipes

American Institute for Cancer Research 

Description: Written specifically for people over the age of 50, this 40-page brochure 

provides general information and practical strategies for maintaining a healthy diet 

appropriate for cancer prevention. It includes answers to common age-related nutrition 

questions and recipes that are healthy and easy to prepare.

Web site: 

http://preventcancer.aicr.org/site/DocServer/Nov2007_After_50_FINAL.pdf?docID=1571

(PDF | 2MB)

Ordering Information: Copies may be ordered for free online, by mail, or by phone 

from the American Institute for Cancer Research. Order online at 

http://www.aicr.org/site/PageServer?pagename=pub_nutrition_af. See Section III for 

contact information. 

Oral Health: Older Adults

DHHS, NIH, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research

Description: This site provides links to information about oral issues commonly 

experienced by older adults such as dry mouth, gum disease, oral cancer and finding 

dental care.

Website: http://www.nidcr.nih.gov/OralHealth/OralHealthInformation/OlderAdults/ 

Osteoporosis ~ NIHSeniorHealth 

DHHS, NIH, National Institute on Aging; National Library of Medicine 

Description: Online resource with information and videos for seniors about 

osteoporosis, including risk factors and prevention, warning signs, treatment and 

research, frequently asked questions and more. Large text availability, contrast and 

speech toggle improve resource’s accessibility for older adults. 

Web site: http://nihseniorhealth.gov/osteoporosis/whatisosteoporosis/01.html

What I Need to Know About Constipation 

DHHS, NIH, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

Description: This is a Web site providing and overview of constipation. It provides 

information on the diet and lifestyle changes individuals can make to prevent 

constipation and stay regular. Includes other organizations to contact. Available in 

English, Spanish and PDF versions.

Web sites: http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation_ez/index.htm

(English) 

http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/spanish/pubs/constipation_ez/index.aspx (Spanish)
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http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation_ez/constipation_508.pdf

(PDF | 912 KB)

Order information: Hard copies available to order from the NIDDK. Call, write or order 

online at: http://catalog.niddk.nih.gov/detail.cfm?ID=175. Ask for DD-168. See Section 

III for contact information. 

What Is the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Eating Plan?

DHHS, NIH, National Heart Lung and Blood Institute

Description: This site explains and helps people get started with the DASH eating plan 

for preventing and lowering high blood pressure. 

Web site: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/dash/

3. Special Concerns for Older Adults

i. Food Assistance and Food Resource Management (including Thrifty 

Food Shopping, Meal Planning and Cooking)

Eat Right When Money’s Tight

USDA, NAL, SNAP-Ed Connection 

Description: A collection of Web-available, print-ready nutrition education materials 

focused on food resource management. Includes shopping tips, food budgeting 

handouts, thrifty cooking ideas and more.

Web site: http://snap.nal.usda.gov/resource-library/eat-right-when-moneys-tight

Eldercare Locator 

DHHS, Administration on Aging

Description: The Eldercare Locator is a public service that helps older adults and 

caregivers locate aging services in communities throughout the United States. Support 

is available via the Internet or over the telephone in Spanish and English. Eldercare 

Locator provides information on home delivered meals, home health services, 

transportation, and other related services.

Web site: http://www.eldercare.gov

Phone: 800-677-1116

Food Bank Locator 

Feeding America

Description: Find contact information on emergency food providers such as food 

banks and food rescue programs in all 50 states and Puerto Rico through their Internet 

database or telephone support. 

Web site: http://feedingamerica.org/foodbank-results.aspx 

Phone: 800-771-2303
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Making Your Kitchen “User Friendly”

Ohio State University Extension and Ohio Department of Aging

Description: This fact sheet helps older adults adapt their kitchen to make it easier to 

cook and use appliances. Estimated costs for each suggestion are provided. 

Web sites: http://ohioline.osu.edu/ss-fact/0179.html

http://ohioline.osu.edu/ss-fact/pdf/0179.pdf (PDF 39 KB)

Meals on Wheels Locator

Meals on Wheels Association of America

Description: The Meals on Wheels Association of America represents those who 

provide meal services to homebound people in need. You can enter your zip code on 

this Web site and get contact information for local Meals on Wheels locations.

Web site: www.mowaa.org/Page.aspx?pid=253

Phone: 888-998-6325

Nutrition Assistance Resource Guide

USDA, NAL, Food and Nutrition Information Center

Description: This publication contains resources for people in need of food assistance. 

It includes a list of federal nutrition assistance programs, eligibility guidelines for each 

program, and resources to access more information about the programs. 

Web sites: http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/pubs/nutritionassistance.pdf (PDF | 173 KB)

Supplement (designed for those without access to the Internet): 

http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/pubs/nutritionassistance-supplement.pdf (PDF | 541 KB)

Ordering Information: Contact Food and Nutrition Information Center. See Section III 

for contact information.

Stretching Your Food Dollars 

Oregon State University Extension, Eat Well for Less

Description: This is a Web-based learning module divided into two sections: 

Strategies at Home and Strategies at the Store. Each section provides tips and 

information on spending food dollars wisely in each environment. The self-paced 

module can be completed in approximately 20-30 minutes.

Web site: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/fcd/nutrition/ewfl/module3/dollars1.html

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Special Rules for the Elderly 

USDA, Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program 

(SNAP) 

Description: Online fact sheet that provides information on the application process for 

food stamps and reviews eligibility requirements specific to older adults.

Web site: http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/applicant_recipients/eligibility.htm#Special
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ii. Food Safety 

Food Safety for Older Adults 

DHHS, FoodSafety.gov

Description: This Web site provides links to resources on food safety for older adults 

including two brochures and a podcast on food safety for older adults.

Web site: http://www.foodsafety.gov/poisoning/risk/olderadults/index.html

Older Adults and Food Safety

USDA, Food Safety and Inspection Service

Description: Online fact sheet that gives an overview of foodborne illness, safe food 

handling, cooking temperatures, and more for older adults.

Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/wcm/connect/ab56957a-3f3c-4b67-aece44ef1890b0fd/Older_Adults_and_Food_Safety.pdf?MOD=AJPERES

USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline

USDA, Food Safety and Inspection Service

Description: This toll-free hotline is staffed by food safety specialists who can answer 

questions about the safe storage, handling, and preparation of meat, poultry and egg 

products. Recorded messages are also available. Questions can be answered in 

English and Spanish. Questions can also be emailed to the hotline, or you can ask 

questions virtually via a live chat through “Ask Karen.”

Phone: 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) TTY: 800-256-7072

Email: mphotline.fsis@usda.gov

Ask Karen Web site: http://www.foodsafety.gov/experts/askkaren/index.html

Chat services available weekdays, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

iii. Dietary Supplements/Food-Drug Interactions

Healthy Living for Elders: Food Can Affect Your Medicines

University of Florida, Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida 

Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Services

Description: This easy-to-read fact sheet for older adults reviews certain foods and 

food groups that may need to be avoided when taking some medicines.

Web sites: http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy676

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pdffiles/FY/FY67600.pdf (PDF | 792KB)

Medicines and You: A Guide for Older Adults

DHHS, Administration on Aging

Description: This educational booklet discusses information about prescription drugs, 

how to cut medication costs and how to use medications safely. May be downloaded 

online or hardcopies can be ordered online.

Website: http://acl.gov/NewsRoom/Publications/docs/Medicines_and_You.pdf (PDF | 

339 KB)
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Tips for Older Dietary Supplement Users

DHHS, Food and Drug Administration

Description: This is an online resource with information and links relating to dietary 

supplements. Topics include “points to ponder” before buying a supplement, the safety 

of dietary supplements, and tips on how to read product claims critically. Available in 

English and Spanish.

Web site:

http://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/UsingDietarySupplements/ucm110493.ht

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B. Books and Cookbooks

American Dietetic Association Complete Food and Nutrition Guide, 4th Edition

Roberta Larson Duyff, MS, RD, FADA, CFCS

Wily Publishing, Inc., 2012

ISBN: 0470912073

NAL Call Number: RA784 .D89 2012

Description: This book serves as a nutrition guide based on the latest healthy eating 

advice and the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Practical tips and advice for 

every stage of life are offered. The book includes sections applicable to any age group

on nutrition, managing weight, healthy eating, and food safety. 

Community Resources for Older Adults: Programs and Services in an Era of 

Change, 4

th Edition

Robbyn R. Wacker and Karen A. Roberto

SAGE Publications, 2013

ISBN: 978-1452202464

Description: Information for students, professionals and older adults on community 

resources available for older adults, as well as how programs exist through federal 

legislation, who they are for, and how they are funded and delivered.

The DASH Diet Action Plan

Marla Heller, MS, RD

Grand Central Publishing 2011

ISBN: 9781455512805

Description: This book provides an overview of the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop 

Hypertension) diet. Studies have shown that following the DASH diet lowers blood 

pressure and improves other health factors. This book includes a month of meal plans, 

recipes and shopping lists, tips on nutrition and physical activity and tools to help you 

develop a personalized diet plan.
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The New American Heart Association Cookbook, revised 8th Edition

American Heart Association

Clarkson & Potter, 2012

ISBN: 0307587576

Descriptions: This cookbook offers advice on simple, heart-healthy meals that 

everyone can enjoy. It contains over 600 recipes and can also be a resource for menu 

planning, shopping for healthful ingredients, and healthy holiday cooking. Balance, 

variety, and common sense are all emphasized.

One Bowl: Simple Healthy Recipes for One

Stephanie Bostic, MS

Stephanie Bostic, 2011

ISBN: 978-1463690724

Description: This cookbook provides simple, easy-to-read recipes for one person. Both 

vegetarian and non-vegetarian recipes are included, but the focus is on healthy, plantbased meals. The author provides advice on meal planning, keeping track of what you 

eat and keeping your pantry stocked with healthy items. Many of the recipes can also 

be expanded to feed more than one person. 

C. Newsletters

Administration for Community Living, eNews

http://acl.gov/NewsRoom/eNewsletter/Index.aspx

Format: Weekly electronic newsletter

American Cancer Society, New Connections

http://www.cancer.org/treatment/supportprogramsservices/supportresources/index

Format: Bimonthly electronic newsletter

American Diabetes Association, eNewsletters

http://main.diabetes.org/site/PageServer?pagename=EM_signup

Format: Electronic newsletters (several to choose from)

American Heart Association, Heart-Health E-news

http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/General/Sign-Up-for-Our-Heart-Health-Enewsletters_UCM_314643_Article.jsp

Format: Monthly electronic newsletter

American Institute for Cancer Research, Newsletter

http://www.aicr.org/site/PageServer?pagename=aicr_publications_newsletter

Format: Quarterly print newsletter
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American Institute for Cancer Research, eNews

http://www.aicr.org/enews/

Format: Monthly electronic newsletter

Johns Hopkins Medicine Health Alerts, Medical Letter: Health After 50 

http://www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com/health_after_50/index.html#current

Format: Monthly print newsletter or electronic Health Alerts

National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability, NCHPAD NEWS

http://www.ncpad.org/NewsletterIndex

Format: Monthly electronic newsletter 

National Institutes of Health, News in Health

http://newsinhealth.nih.gov/

Format: Monthly print and electronic newsletter 

Tufts University, Health & Nutrition Letter 

http://www.tuftshealthletter.com/

Ordering Phone: 800-274-7581

Format: Monthly print newsletter and email updates

University of California, Berkeley Wellness Letter 

http://alerts.berkeleywellness.com/register/

Format: Monthly print newsletter and email alerts 

Section II: Older Adults and Nutrition – Resources for Professionals

A. Web Available Resources

Administration on Aging Bibliographic Database

DHHS, Administration on Aging

Description: The database contacts abstracts of materials that support demonstration, 

research, and training programs designed to promote best practices in programs and 

services for older adults. 

Web site: 

http://www.aoa.gov/AoARoot/AoA_Programs/Tools_Resources/AoA_Biographic.aspx

Contact Information for State Units on Aging Nutritionists and Administrators

DHHS, Administration on Aging

Description: Reference for contacting state nutritionists and administrators.

Web site: 

http://www.aoa.gov/AoA_programs/HCLTC/Nutrition_Services/docs/Contact_Informatio

n_SUA.pdf (PDF | 61KB)
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Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) 

USDA, NAL, Food and Nutrition Information Center

Description: National Academy of Sciences, Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition 

Board DRI tables for individuals, vitamins, elements, macronutrients, estimated average 

requirements and electrolytes and water. 

Web site: http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/dietary-guidance/dietary-reference-intakes/dri-tables

Eat Smart, Live Strong: Nutrition Education for Older Adults Activity Kit

USDA, Food and Nutrition Service

Description: This toolkit is designed to improve fruit and vegetable consumption and 

physical activity among 60-74 year olds participating in or eligible for FNS nutrition 

assistance programs. The USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) developed the 

intervention to help program providers and communities improve the health of a growing 

number of low-income older adults.

Web site: http://snap.nal.usda.gov/resource-library/nutrition-education-materialsfns/eat-smart-live-strong

Food and Drug Administration Automated Information Line

DHHS, FDA, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN) Outreach and 

Information Center

Description: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Hotline is available to answer 

questions about safe handling of foods, cosmetics and dietary supplements. 

Phone: 888-SAFEFOOD (888-723-3366) TTY: 800-877-8339 

Helping Older Adults Search for Health Information Online: A Toolkit for Trainers

DHHS, NIH, National Institute on Aging

Description: Materials provide a 9-session course specifically for seniors on how to 

access reliable, up-to-date online health information on their own. Two NIH websites are 

featured. The material is free to be downloaded from the website.

Web site: http://nihseniorhealth.gov/toolkit/toolkit.html

Lifecycle Nutrition: Aging

USDA, NAL, Food and Nutrition Information Center

Description: This Web resource consists of links to credible information and resources 

on nutrition and older adults. Topics include healthy eating, nutrition challenges related 

to aging, food safety issues and food assistance programs.

Web site: http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/lifecycle-nutrition/aging

Older Americans Act and Aging Network

DHHS, Administration on Aging

Description: Includes links to the Older Americans Act (OAA), the Older Americans Act 

Reauthorization and the National Aging Network. 

Web site: http://www.aoa.gov/AOARoot/AoA_Programs/OAA/Introduction.aspx
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Tufts MyPlate for Older Adults

Tufts University, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy

Description: Researchers at Tufts University have developed a modified MyPlate that 

emphasizes the nutritional needs of older adults. Nutrient dense foods, fluid balance 

and regular physical activity are all highlighted. 

Web site: http://www.nutrition.tufts.edu/research/myplate-older-adults

B. Books

Food Medication Interactions, 17th Edition

Zaneta M. Pronsky, MS, Rd, LDN, FADA, Sr Jeanne Patricia Crowe PharmD, RPH.

2012

ISBN: 0971089655

Description: Extensive resource of medications with food or nutrient interactions listed, 

including grapefruit-drug interactions, drug-alcohol interactions and many others. 

Reference tables such as lab values also included.

Handbook of Nutrition in the Aged, 4th Edition

Ronald Ross Watson, Editor

CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, 2009

ISBN: 978-1-4200-5971-7 

NAL Call No: QP86. C7 2009

Description: This professional resource includes information on nutrition requirements 

for older adults, as well as information on health promotion, bioactive foods and 

nutrients, and fruits and vegetables to prevent illness. 

Nutrition for the Older Adult

Melissa Bernstein, PhD, RD, LD and Ann Schmidt Luggen, PhD, GNP

Jones & Bartlett Publishers, 2009

ISBN: 0763736244

NAL Call No: TX361.A3 B47 2010

Description: This is a comprehensive resource for professionals and students on 

nutrition and health promotion for older adults. Topics covered include the physiological 

changes of aging, weight, and nutrition problems in older adults; nutritional assessment 

and support for the elderly; diet and cultural diversity; and exercise for older adults. 
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Section III: Nutrition and Health Organizations 

The organizations listed below may be able to provide additional information and 

resources on a variety of health related topics. Listing below does not imply an 

endorsement or approval by the Food and Nutrition Information Center.

Administration for Community Living

Homepage: http://www.acl.gov

Contact Information: 

Administration for Community Living

One Massachusetts Ave NW

Washington, DC 20001

Phone: 202-619-0724

Email: aclinfo@acl.hhs.gov

Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center

Homepage: http://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers

Contact Information: 

ADEAR Center

PO Box 8250

Silver Spring, MD 20907-8250

Phone: 800-438-4380

Email: adear@nia.nih.gov

American Diabetes Association

Homepage: http://www.diabetes.org

Contact Information:

American Diabetes Association 

ATTN: Center for Information

1701 North Beauregard Street 

Alexandria, VA 22311

Phone: 800-DIABETES (800-342-2383)

Email: askADA@diabetes.org

American Heart Association

Homepage: http://www.heart.org

Contact Information:

American Heart Association National Center

7272 Greenville Avenue

Dallas, TX 75231

Phone: 800-AHA-USA-1 (800-242-8721)

American Institute for Cancer Research

Homepage: http://www.aicr.org
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Contact Information:

American Institute for Cancer Research

1759 R Street NW

Washington, DC 20009

Phone: 800-843-8114 (in DC: 202-328-7744)

Email: aicrweb@aicr.org

Arthritis Foundation

Homepage: http://www.arthritis.org/

Contact Information:

Arthritis Foundation National Office

1330 W. Peachtree Street, Suite 100 

Atlanta, GA 30309

Phone: 404-872-7100 or 800-283-7800

Feeding America (formerly America’s Second Harvest)

Homepage: http://feedingamerica.org/ 

Contact Information:

Feeding America

35 E. Wacker Dr., Suite 2000

Chicago, IL 60601

Phone: 800-771-2303 or 312-263-2303

Food and Drug Administration 

Homepage: http://www.fda.gov

Contact Information: 

Food and Drug Administration

10903 New Hampshire Ave 

Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

Phone: 888-INFO-FDA (888-463-6332)

Food and Nutrition Information Center

Homepage: http://fnic.nal.usda.gov

Contact Information:

Food and Nutrition Information Center

National Agricultural Library

10301 Baltimore Ave, Room 108

Beltsville, MD 20705

Phone: 301-504-5414

Food Safety Information Center

Homepage: http://foodsafety.nal.usda.gov

Contact Information:

Food Safety Information Center 

National Agricultural Library 
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10301 Baltimore Avenue, Room 109

Beltsville, MD 20705

Phone: 301-504-6835

International Food Information Council Foundation 

Homepage: http://www.foodinsight.org

Contact Information:

International Food Information Council Foundation

1100 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 430

Phone: 202-296-6540

Email: info@foodinsight.org

Iowa COMPASS Center for Disabilities and Development

Homepage: http://www.iowacompass.org

Contact Information: 

Iowa COMPASS Center for Disabilities & Development

100 Hawkins Dr. #S295

Iowa City, IA, 52242-1011

Phone: 800-779-2001 or TTY: 877-686-0032 

Email: iowa-compass@uiowa.edu

Meals on Wheels Association of America

Homepage: http://www.mowaa.org/

Contact Information:

Meals on Wheels Association of America

413 N. Lee Street 

Alexandria, VA 22314

Phone: 888-998-6325

Email: mowaa@mowaa.org

National Cancer Institute: Cancer Information Service

Homepage: http://www.cancer.gov/

Contact Information: 

National Cancer Institute

BG 9609 MSC 9760

9609 Medical Center Drive

Bethesda, MD 20892-9760

Phone: 800-4-CANCER (800-422-6237)

Live Chat is available online

National Center on Health, Physical Activity, and Disability 

Homepage: http://www.ncpad.org/

Contact Information:

National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability

4000 Ridgeway Drive
 18

Birmingham, AL 35209

Phone: 800-900-8086

Email: email@nchpad.org

National Diabetes Education Program

Homepage: http://ndep.nih.gov

Contact Information: 

National Diabetes Education Program

One Diabetes Way

Bethesda, MD 20814-9692

Phone: 888-693-NDEP (6337) 

Link to email form: http://ndep.nih.gov/ContactUs.aspx

National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

Homepage: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/

Contact Information:

NHLBI Health Information Center, 

Attention: Web Site

P.O. Box 30105

Bethesda, MD 20824-0105

Phone: 301-592-8573

Email: nhlbiinfo@nhlbi.nih.gov (please include a valid return e-mail 

address in the body of the message)

National Institute on Aging 

Homepage: http://www.nia.nih.gov

Contact Information: 

NIA Information Center

Building 31, Room 5C27

31 Center Drive, MSC 2292

Bethesda, MD 20892

Phone: 800-222-2225

Email: niaic@nia.nih.gov

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

Homepage: http://www.niams.nih.gov/

Contact Information:

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

Information Clearinghouse, National Institutes of Health 

1 AMS Circle, Bethesda, MD 20892-3675

Phone: 877-22-NIAMS (877-226-4267)

Email: NIAMSInfo@mail.nih.gov
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National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

Homepage: http://www2.niddk.nih.gov/

Contact Information:

Office of Communication & Public Liaison

NIDDK, NIH

Building 31, Room 9A06

31 Center Drive, MSC 2560

Bethesda, MD 20892-2560

Phone: 301-496-3583

Link to email form: http://www2.niddk.nih.gov/Footer/ContactNIDDK.htm

National Institutes of Health (NIH) Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases

Homepage: http://www.niams.nih.gov/bone/

Contact Information: 

NIH Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases –National Resource Center

2 AMS Circle

Bethesda, MD 20892-3676 

Phone: 800-624-BONE (800-624-2663) or TTY: 202-466-4315

E-mail: NIAMSBoneInfo@mail.nih.gov

National Osteoporosis Foundation

Homepage: http://www.nof.org

Contact Information:

National Osteoporosis Foundation

1150 17th Street NW, Ste 850, 

Washington, D.C. 20036

Phone: 202-223-2226 or 800-231-4222

Email: info@nof.org

National Parkinson Foundation

Homepage: http://www.parkinson.org

Contact Information: 

1501 N.W. 9th Avenue / Bob Hope Road

Miami, Florida 33136-1494

Phone: 800-4PD-INFO (473-4636)

Email: contact@parkinson.org

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly the Food Stamp 

Program

Homepage: http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/

Contact Information:

Phone: 800-221-5689

More contact info: http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/contact_info/default.htm
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United States Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service

Homepage: http://www.fns.usda.gov/

Contact Information:

Food and Nutrition Service

3101 Park Center Drive

Alexandria, VA 22302

Phone: 703-305-2286

United States Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection Service

Homepage: http://www.fsis.usda.gov

Contact Information: 

Food Safety and Inspection Service

US Department of Agriculture

1400 Independence Ave SW

Washington, DC 20250-3700

Phone: 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or TTY: 800-256-7072 

Email: MPHotline.fsis@usda.gov

Weight-control Information Network

Homepage: http://www.win.niddk.nih.gov

Contact Information:

Weight-control Information Network

1 WIN Way

Bethesda, MD 20892-3665

Phone: 877-946-4627

Email: win@info.niddk.nih.gov

This resource list was updated and revised by:

Jennifer M. Anderson, MSPH, RD, Nutrition Information Specialist

Acknowledgment is given to the following FNIC reviewers:

Rachel Tobin, MS, RD, Nutrition Information Specialist

Shirley King Evans, MEd, RD, Budget Analyst

This publication was developed in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the 

Department of Nutrition and Food Science in the College of Agriculture and Natural 

Resources at the University of Maryland.

Locate additional FNIC publications at http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/resourcelists.
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Phone: 301-504-5414

Fax: 301-504-6409

TTY: 301-504-6856

Contact: http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/contact

Web site: http://fnic.nal.usda.gov

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