Pregnant women exposed to PAH air pollution increase the risk of obesity in their children. The example of epigenetics, along with others, builds the basis for understanding the process of cell differentiation. Scholars view a video,...

Students infer the causes of obesity. In this health science lesson, students brainstorm ways improve to their diet. They write personalized journals with goals on how to live a healthy lifestyle.

How do you calculate your Body Mass Index, and why is this information a valuable indicator of health? Class members discover not only what BMI is and practice calculating it using the height and weight of six fictitious individuals, but...

Students calculate their BMI and compare it to a healthy weight chart.  In this health lesson, students compare the perception of overweight with healthy weight charts. Students interpret collected data and evaluate their own weight...

Students explore the genetic engineering of food.  In this health lesson students explain how DNA technology can be used to produce food. 

In this fast food worksheet, students answer 21 questions pertaining to the fast food industry. It appears as though they should read the Chew on This article, but it is not included in this packet. This packet contains worksheets 1...

In this online quiz worksheet, learners answer a set of questions about the equestrian world and related trivia. Page has a link to submit answers for correction.

Learners identify key features in promoting their child's health. They create their own health and wellness plan for their Students.

The issue of obesity is addressed - what it is, the causes, the health and social problems it causes for the individual, types of fats in food, reduced fat and diet foods, how to prevent it, how to help someone with a weight problem, and...

The concern over obesity in children in the United States is staggering. This site provides research and statistics along with suggesting ways to change the epidemic. Includes video.

WebMD's entry on obesity provides a lot of great information. Content discussed includes what causes obesity, risk factors, how obesity can be diagnosed, symptoms of obesity, how it can be treated, and much more. Links to related...

Learn about all aspects of obesity and being overweight! Click on the main topics along the menu bar to access detailed facts ..including causes, risks, who is at risk, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention. Links to related sites...

The CDC provides a collection of information on obesity and the concerns that come with it.

A kid friendly site to help learn about obesity. Includes cartoons drawn by children and a list of obesity related topics to just click on. Brief facts aimed at younger students are provided. Links to other kid health topics are included...

Sourcebook (published in 2010) focuses on the causes and consequences of childhood obesity.

The causes and health risks of having excess weight are discussed in this informative site along with suggestions for loosing weight through diet, behavior modification exercise and surgery.

This resource provides information about obesity, and the importance of weight control.

Your weight -- whether too high or too low -- can affect your ability to get pregnant. Being overweight or underweight can also cause problems during your pregnancy. Reaching a healthy weight can help you get pregnant and improve your...

Type 2 Diabetes, previously referred to as Adult Onset Diabetes, is the more common type. With type 2 diabetes, your body does not make or use insulin well. Risk factors include obesity and family history.

A complete, student-paced lesson on diabetes including causes and treatments. Students work their way through illustrations and animated tutorials, and answer review questions along the way. There is a self-checking quiz at the end of...

A complete, student-led lesson on diabetes including causes and treatments. Students work their way through illustrations and animated tutorials, and answer review questions along the way. There is a self-checking quiz at the end of the...