Food nutrient database
This is a link to the USDA website where you can download the newest version of their "What's In The Foods You Eat Search Tool" v2.0. This is a VERY helpful tool for determining the calories, protein, carbs, fat, and micronutrient profiles of over 13,000 foods.

Nutritional data for popular fast food
This link will take you to a website that has the nutritional data for many popular fast food restaurants. Close examination of this information will be a REAL eye opener!

Another comprehensive restaraunt data site
This is a link to another website that has nutritional data for thousands of food items and many restaurants.

Great article why using a trainer is smart
This is an excellent article that outlines many of the pitfalls that exercise novices encounter when trying to "do it on my own".

Resistance training + cardio = weight loss
This is an excellent article that details how resistance training is a necessary supplement to cardio-respiratory training for effective weight loss.

Weights a must for women
This is a great article that details why resistance training is a crucial part of any training program for women. Resistance training serves a much bigger purpose than just getting "buff"!

HEALTHY RECIPES
This is a GREAT site for finding healthy recipes to aid you in furthering your results and finding success in your new lifestyle change.

A helpful guide to healthy fast food choices
This website has some good information on making smart decisions when going out to eat. Knowledge is power, and power = SUCCESS!

Another great restaraunt article, healthy choices
This is another good article to educate you in the effort of making healthy choices when going out to eat.

Educational data from the CDC
This link is to a page on the Centers for Disease Control website that provides good educational information as to why healthy nutrition and exercise are a must for good health.

Glycemic index chart
This is a good chart of the basic glycemic index. This information will help you in choosing lower glycemic value carbohydrate options.