Additional Resources and Referrals
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- www.mypyramid.gov: An interactive website that provides individualized nutrition information for optimal health (my pyramid tracker). Information on the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans is found here also.
- www.eatright.org: Pertinent information on general nutrition from the American Dietetic Association can be found here.
- www.nutrition.gov: Providing nutrition information for a healthier life. A service of the National Agriculture Library and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
- Food and Nutrition Information Center: The Food and Nutrition Information Center has various sites for information on food composition, diet supplements, food guide pyramid, food safety, etc.: www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/
- www.usda.gov: Information from the Center for Nutrition is found here.
- UA Campus Health: This site offers short informational articles on a variety of topics, from eating well on campus and sports nutrition, to food and body image.
- Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center: Call the 24/7 hotline to get answers about poisoning. The phones are answered by pharmacists with special national certification as Poison Information Specialists. 1-800-222-2222.
- The Healthy Heart Handbook for Women: A 108 page booklet all about heart disease in women (one out of two women die of heart disease in the U.S.); put out by the Department of Health and Human Services, National Institute of Health and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.
- Department of Health and Human Services: Information from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Information on a variety of subjects from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- www.healthfinder.gov: Provides useful health information, including daily health news and a hydration calculator.
- www.mayoclinic.com: Sound information on a wide spectrum of topics from the Mayo Clinic.
- www.niddk.nih.gov: Health information from the National Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases centers of the National Institute of Health.
- www.nhlbi.nih.gov: Health information from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute of the National Institute of Health.
- www.intellihealth.com: Health information from Harvard Medical School.
- www.surgeongeneral.gov: Website of the U.S. Surgeon General.
- www.americanheart.org: Health information from the American Heart Association.
- www.cspinet.com: Website of the Center for Science in the Public Interest, a nongovernmental site for health information.
- http://www.ahrq.gov/realmen/: The website provides information on the recommended ages for preventive testing (as well as a list of tests), a quiz designed to test your knowledge of preventive health care, tips for talking with your doctor, a glossary of consumer health terms, and links to online resources where you can find more medical informationsite for mens health.
- The importance of physical activity: In Arizona, over one third of adults report that they have not gotten any physical activity or exercise during the past month. Physical inactivity is among the top two preventable causes of death because of its role as a primary risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Program goal: To reduce the prevalence of chronic disease such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and some types of cancer by increasing the number of Arizonans who get 30-60 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity on most days of the week. More information on the importance of physical activity is located here: www.azdhs.gov/phs/physicalactivity/active_az_2010.htm.
- The American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD): the largest organization of professionals supporting and assisting those involved in physical education, leisure, fitness, dance, health promotion, and education and all specialties related to achieving a healthy lifestyle. AAHPERD is an alliance of six national associations and six district associations and is designed to provide members with a comprehensive and coordinated array of resources, support, and programs to help practitioners improve their skills and so further the health and well-being of the American public: www.aahperd.org/aahperd/
- American College of Sports Medicine: physical fitness information from the American College of Sports Medicine. Considered by most as the authority for sports / fitness information: www.acsm.org
- The American Council on Exercise: A nonprofit organization committed to enriching quality of life through safe and effective physical activity. As America's Authority on Fitness, ACE protects all segments of society against ineffective fitness products, programs and trends through its ongoing public education, outreach and research. ACE further protects the public by setting certification and continuing education standards for fitness professionals: www.acefitness.org
- Baylor College of Medicine: Provides an interactive site to find your calorie needs based on activity level: www.bcm.edu/cnrc/caloriesneed.htm.
- The Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion: Provides a listing of various activities and the level of intensity for each, as well as how to determine your target heart rate, and other important information: www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/physical/measuring/
- www.justmove.org: Fitness information from the American Heart Association.
- www.mypyramid.gov: Fitness information from the US Department of Agriculture and the Department of Health and Human Services.
- www.fitness.gov: Physical fitness information from the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.
- www.americawalks.org: America Walks is a national coalition of local advocacy groups dedicated to promoting walkable communities. Our members are autonomous grassroots organizations from across the country, each working to improve conditions for walking in their area.
- http://www.smallstep.gov/: This site has physical activity and nutrition information for all ages, with creative ways to get kids active.
- www.ashline.org
- www.lungusa.org
- Arizona Smokers Helpline: 1-800-556-6222
- Information, resources, and creative animated shorts about sleep and its importance in our daily lives as well as in the long term: www.sleepfoundation.org.
- www.nhlbi.nih.gov/sleep
Health Related Newsletters (for a subscription fee)
- A monthly publication published by the Center for Science in the Public Interest: www.cspinet.com.
- Harvard Health Publications: A variety of monthly publications for general health, women, men, heart and mental health produced by the Harvard Medical School: www.health.harvard.edu.
- Tufts Health and Nutrition Letter: Tufts University has as its newsletter goal "to provide the consumer with honest, reliable, scientifically authoritative health and nutrition advice that can not only be trusted but can have a direct and often immediate effect on their health." www.healthletter@tufts.edu.
- University of California at Berkeley Wellness Letter: A monthly publication produced by UC Berkeley, which includes information on nutrition, fitness and self-care. Free recipes are available on the website. www.wellnessletter.com.
Creative Opportunities to Increase Physical Activity
- Campus Recreation: offers numerous programs and activities for faculty, staff and students. Offerings include group fitness classes such as Pilates, Tai Chi, Spinning, various styles of Yoga, muscle pump and Cardio Kickbox. Our activity class schedule includes Tango, Salsa, Capoeira, Ballroom Dance and Belly Dancing. Learn how to golf from a resident pro, take swimming lessons, or sign up for a class in another sport. You can learn to scuba dive and kayak through our Outdoor Adventures program. An all-time favorite of faculty and staff is the Group Personal Training class - great for novices or beginners who want to improve their techniques and maximize their workout. If you would like one-on-one assistance, the department has an outstanding personal training program staffed by certified trainers who can develop a program tailored to your specific health and wellness goals. Krav Maga and Aikido are among some of the other martial arts classes offered. Last but not least is the selection of health/safety and aquatics classes. Get certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillators, first aid and lifeguarding.
Sign up for classes at the business office, located on the second floor of the Student Recreation Center. For more information, call (520) 621-8715 or visit www.campusrec.arizona.edu. - Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation: Offers a variety of activities, hiking trails, and points of interest. www.co.pima.az.us/pksrec or call 520-740-2690.
- Tucson Parks and Recreation: Offers a variety of physical activity classes ranging from sports to dance. To see their quarterly schedule of classes, go to www.ezeereg.com or pick up a catalog at city Frys, Albertsons, 7-11 stores, Blockbuster Video, public library or city recreation center. For additional information call 520-791-4873.
- Tucson Scottish Country Dance: A branch of 7 Pipers. Try a new form of exercise by learning traditional dances with Celtic music. Instructors are certified by the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. Phone 520-887-0875 for day and location.
- U.S. Forest Service, Coronado National Forest: Locate hiking trails throughout Southern AZ at this website, including their length, elevation, location, and interesting history: www.fs.fed.us/r3/coronado/forest/recreation/trails/trails.shtml
- YMCA: Offers a variety of activities and locations for physical fitness. www.tucsonymca.org or call 520-623-5511.
- www.localhikes.com: Provides information on local hiking opportunities.
- American Nurses Association: www.ana.org
- www.RemudaRanch.com
- www.NationalEatingDisorders.org
- www.campaignforrealbeauty.com
- www.adiosbarbie.com
- about-face.org
- Referral Helpline: 1-800-931-2237