Many variables impact your body mass, not just diet and exercise. Scholars collect and study data about body mass to better understand the complexity of a sensitive topic. They learn about leptin deficiency, the hypothalamus, and more.

Concepts

body mass index, the endocrine system, the hypothalamus, nutritional needs, diet

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Teach with health and/or physical education teachers
• Share this video about how even doctors treat people differently based on body mass

Classroom Considerations

• Be considerate of those with eating disorders and obesity when presenting the material

Pros

• Provides great background information
• Includes idea for further study

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4