In most cases, a keyword search is the best way to search for books or videos on a topic.
For example, if you would like to see what books, e-books, and videos we have on a topic such as carbohydrates, just type that word in the library's keyword search box above.
You may also notice subject words and phrases used in the library catalog. Click on these subjects to change or limit your searches. Examples of subjects related to nutrition and health:
Welcome to the Human Nutrition & Health research guide! This guide is intended to serve as an access point to help you find, evaluate, and cite academic resources for your BIO 103 course assignments. Use the navigation tabs on the left side of the screen to locate the types of resources for your assignment. If you are unsure where to start, ask a Librarian for help!
A database is a searchable collection of articles from journals and magazines, electronic books, newspapers, images and reference sources. Some databases contain very general information and others may cover many different subjects, while others are subject-specific.
Below is a list of databases specifically selected for this course based on the relevancy of materials they contain.
Provides full-text access to medical and general-interest journals and periodicals, newspapers, and reference works on a range of health-related issues
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Complete Food and Nutrition Guide by 
Nutrition and Diet Therapy by 
Food and Nutrition Controversies Today by Sign in with your NECC Microsoft account (StudentID@student.necc.edu or StaffName@necc.mass.edu) to access library databases off-campus. See the Office 365 Help page for help with your NECC Microsoft account.
To cite this LibGuide use the following templates:
APA: Northern Essex Community College Library. (Date updated). Title of page. Title of LibGuide. URL
MLA: Northern Essex Community College Library. "Title of Page." Title of LibGuide, Date updated, URL.
