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The Canadian Nutrient File Database
Food composition database reporting the amount of nutrients in foods commonly consumed in Canada.
Health Canada's healthy eating strategy
Working to make the healthier choice the easier choice for Canadians.
Canada's Food Guide
Newly released in January 2019. Includes information on food choices, eating habits, recipes, and the evidence behind the revision.
Canadian Society of Nutrition Management
Association geared to the nutrition management industry. Georgian's Food and Nutrition Management program is accredited by them and students can set up a student membership.
USDA Food Data Central
Provides expanded data on nutrients and other food components as well as links to sources of related agricultural, food, dietary supplement, and other information.
Nutrition Source
Based at Harvard's Department of Nutrition, this website provides comprehensive nutrition information.

100 Questions and Answers about Sports Nutrition and Exercise by Lilah Al-Masri; Simon Bartlett
Call Number: TX361 .A8 M374 2011 Barrie
ISBN: 9780763778866
100 Questions and Answers About Sports Nutrition & Exercise provides easily accessible answers to questions that athletes, athletic trainers and coaches may have about sports nutrition. Equipped with case studies, quick tips, and testimonials, this practical guide covers topics such as: vitamins and minerals, fluids, medications and supplements, weight management, warm ups and cool downs, flexibility, and more.
Eating Disorders in Sport by Ron A. Thompson; Roberta Trattner Sherman
Call Number: RC552 .E18 T458 2010 Orillia
ISBN: 9780415998369
How to identify, manage, treat, and prevent eating disorders in sport participants. The authors begin by examining the clinical conditions related to eating problems, including descriptions of specific disorders and a review of the relevant literature. Special attention is given to the specific gender and sport-related factors that can negatively influence the eating habits of athletes.

Eat to WIn
This Telly Award-winning video dispels ten common myths about eating and sports training, setting the record straight on calories, carbs, protein, hydration, and how to eat for maximum muscle-building and performance.

Nutrition for Sport and Exercise by Hayley Daries
ISBN: 9781118359730
Publication Date: 2012-08-08
Food and drink choices before during & after training & competition have a direct impact on health, body mass and composition, nutrient availability and recovery time, and an optimal diet can significantly improve exercise performance.
Sports Nutrition by Asker Jeukendrup
Call Number: TX361 .A8 S66 2012 Barrie
ISBN: 9781841262963
Leaders in the field discuss the latest science and translate the scientific findings into a practical message. This book bridges the gap between science and practice.
Vegetarian Sports Nutrition by D. Enette Larson-Meyer
Call Number: TX361.A8 L37 2007 Orillia
ISBN: 9780736063616
Vegetarian meal plans have been used successfully in everything from bodybuilding to endurance sports. Relying on the recent evidence-based research, Vegetarian Sports Nutrition details performance and health benefits, including enhanced muscle recovery and optimal bone health.