Calorie King - An informative web site on weight management; includes a comprehensive database of nutrition info on more than 40,000 foods, including name-brand & restaurant foods. See how many calories are in that Caramel Macchiato! You can also purchase downloadable diet tracking software for your PC or handheld computer. Highly recommended.
USDA National Nutrient Database - A bit cumbersome to use, with scientific terminology, but free (your tax dollars at work!)
Nutrition Action Healthletter - Published by the Center for Science in the Public Interest, the organization that tells the scary truth about the calorie content of things like movie theater popcorn, bloomin' onions, and General Tso's chicken... things you need to know if you want to lose weight!
American Dietetic Association - This is the main web site for Registered Dietitians, and a good source for reputable nutrition information.
Smile Herb Shop - A local (College Park, MD) herb and natural products store with a nice variety of herbs, teas, aromatherapy products, jewelry, etc. Many products can be purchased on their online store, but their shop is worth a visit! In the warmer months, they offer herb plants from their backyard nursery.
Chesapeake Acupuncture and Healing Center - Located on the Village Green in Crofton, MD, this lovely center offers acupuncture, massage, homeopathy, and other holistic healing services.
Center for Mind-Body Medicine - Offering mind-body skills training for healthcare professionals, CMBM director, James Gordon, MD, has been a pioneer in bridging the gap between allopathic medicine and complementary medicine.
DrNorthrup.com - An informative site on women's health issues, hosted by Christiane Northrup, MD, an Ob/Gyn who appears regularly on Oprah. Her books and free e-letter are highly recommended.
Bow Wow Doggie Day Care - Offers day care for dogs and home visits for cats. New clients taken by personal referral; email me for details.
Animal Medical Center of Watkins Park - Of course our cats aren't crazy about going to the vet (they tend to yowl the whole way there), but Dr. Maturo & her excellent staff make every experience as pleasant and painless as possible!
Fresh Pet - The local health food store for pets, located in Marlton Shopping Center. They sell high end pet foods & supplements.
Crunchies Natural Pet Foods - Located in Crofton, MD, Crunchies is another good source for high-end, nutritious pet foods & supplements. And of course the ever popular catnip cigars.
Animal Wellness Magazine - A magazine and web site dedicated to keeping your animal friends healthy.
Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic - Their professional staff took excellent care of our elderly cat, McBoot, when she needed emergency treatment. They also have veterinary specialists on site.
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