Links to Health Information Sources
This listing is for informational purposes only. It is not implied that NNFA Northwest Region
either recommends or endorses the following associations, companies or services.
Acupuncture.com
Informational site on acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Qi Gong, and Tui Na massage therapy.
Includes information for patients, practitioners and students on diagnosis and theory, news,
state and federal laws, colleges, frequently asked questions, book and software reviews, and
referrals. "E-Z Acu-Search" feature lets you search by symptom for information, resources and
products related to the symptom.
Dietary Supplement Education Alliance
DSEA is a partnership created to promote the responsible use of vitamins, minerals, herbs, and
specialty supplements. The site includes information for consumers and the trade on regulation,
quality, consumer trends, and news. It features a searchable database of health conditions and
dietary supplements. NNFA serves on the DSEA steering committee.
HealthWorld Online
This is an extremely comprehensive health information site. It is well organized, easy to
use and has links to many related sites. The page includes access to a global calendar,
Medline search, a referral network, free newsletter, a bookstore, a health food store, a
referral network, information about diseases/conditions, and information about alternative
therapies. The front page gives the viewer the opportunity to choose from a number of
sub-sites including:
 | News room |
| Health university |
| Marketplace |
| Public health center |
| Association network |
| Fitness center |
| Self care central |
| Library |
| Wellness center (This is a very useful area.)
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Healthy Way:
Healthy Way is a huge site that not only provides comprehensive information, but also reviews
other health sites and links you to some of the best ones on the Net. Their health Talk page
provides a forum to talk to other people about natural health.
Herbal Reference Library
From this site, you can download any of herbalist Michael Moore’s eight clinical
herb manuals.
Homeopathic Educational Services
This site offers extensive information on how to use homeopathy as well as how to locate
a homeopath. It offers homeopathic books, tapes, medicines, software, and correspondence courses.
The page is operated by Dana Ullman, M.P.H. and author of five books on homeopathy.
National Association of Certified Natural Health Professionals
CNHP provides information, instruction and certification in natural health
practices. They provide a list of graduates by state on their site. Information
on their curriculum and a calendar of seminars is also included.
National Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine
This site clearly explains Ayurvedic medicine. It includes the latest in research as well as
a useful introduction to the basic principles.
Thrive
This is a good site for browsing through some of the latest conventional and alternative
health news and information. It has a fun design and easy navigation.
Tufts University Nutrition Navigator
The Nutrition Navigator lists and rates more than 100 nutrition web sites and divides them
into subcategories such as "General Nutrition" and "Special Dietary
Needs," so you can quickly find what you need.
YOGAaahhh
This page uses attractive graphics to illustrate 30 different yoga poses. The postures are
well drawn and easy to follow.
Aspartame Information
Information and links to sites with information on reported health effects of Aspartame.
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