Abstract

The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans provide science-based advice to promote health and reduce risks for major chronic diseases through specific recommendations for physical activity and healthful eating. Translating the Guidelines into practical and actionable advice requires an educational approach with personalized guidance. The Internet is a valuable resource for promoting regular physical activity and healthful eating, offering an efficient access to a large number of people. With increased Internet usage in the past decade, consumers are beginning to benefit from software programs and Web-based communication tools to guide their decisions about health. The Internet also offers nutrition educators the opportunity to provide targeted educational information on healthy lifestyles directed to Internet users in a nonthreatening way. DESCRIPTION

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