American Heart Association: Vegetarian Diets
Explains the benefits and risks of a meatless diet. Also, describes ways to include needed nutrients.
http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4777
Ask the Dietitian
Ask Joanne Larsen, Registered Dietitian and nutrition counselor, about transition - it's more than eating fruits and vegetables.
http://www.dietitian.com/vegetari.html
HCF Nutrition Foundation
Focus on soy. Contains information on diets, disease prevention and food nutrients.
http://www.hcf-nutrition.org/
Healthy Vegetarian
Provides information on non-animal sources for vitamins, minerals, and nutrients needed for health. Describes different dietary options and provides related links.
http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/Spa/6468/homevege.html
Vegetarian Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group
An invaluable resource to those who want access to concise, reliable, cutting edge resources and information on plant-based diets.
http://www.vegetariannutrition.net/
Vegetarian Nutrition Resource List for Consumers
USDA site with contact information for cookbooks, magazines and web sites.
http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/nal_display/index.php?info_center=4&tax_level=2&tax_subject=257&topic_id=1359
