Support Clinical Resources

Support & Clinical Resources

Navy wellness is a two-front effort. It requires Sailors and their families to have the resources to stay fueled, financially secure, and mission-ready. Simultaneously, it relies on credentialed Navy Dietitians and health professionals to provide evidence-based care.

Whether you are a Sailor looking to optimize your family's grocery budget or a medical provider delivering care across the fleet, the links below bridge the gap between public health food assistance programs, clinical nutrition management protocols (like BUMED instructions), and national dietary standards.

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.  The leading professional organization for dietitians, offering a wealth of evidence-based food, nutrition, and public health information.

BUMEDINST 10110.5 (Medical Nutrition Management Program).  The Bureau of Medicine instruction establishing policies for managing Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and Combined Food Operations at Navy Medical Treatment Facilities (MTFs).

CDC Healthy Weight & Growth Reference.  Federal guidelines on Body Mass Index (BMI), childhood growth charts, and clinical strategies for sustainable weight management.

CDC Healthy Food Environments.  Evidence-based strategies on improving and increasing access to nutritious food options. 

Feeding America Food Bank Locator.  A searchable nationwide directory to help military families locate local food banks and pantries to bridge immediate food security gaps.

Nutrition Care Manual (Subscription required).  A comprehensive, evidence-based diet manual and clinical reference tool used by registered dietitians to manage acute and chronic patient care.

USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).  Federal nutrition assistance designed to help eligible low-income individuals and families supplement their grocery budgets.

USDA Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).  Provides supplemental foods, healthcare referrals, and nutrition education for pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, as well as infants and young children.

USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans.   Federal nutrition policy, providing science-based advice on what to eat and drink to promote health and prevent chronic disease.

USDA Seasonal Produce Guide.  Helps you identify fruits and vegetables at peak season, maximizing both nutritional value and your budget.

USDA Farmers Market Directory.  A searchable directory to locate fresh, locally grown, and organic produce near your current duty station.