Students learn about what a detox diet is, what teens need to look out for when it comes to detox diets, and the benefits of eating right.

Students explore the effect that a particular culture can have on popular music.

In this lesson students will trace the history of the Barbie doll and how it has affected body image and self-esteem through media.

Students learn what binge eating is and what causes it, as well as, how it is different from other eating disorders, signs of binge eating, and how to get help.During our teens, the body demands extra nutrients to support growth of muscle and bone. So if you go through phases where you feel like eating more sometimes, that's usually why. But binge eating is different from normal appetite increases or overeating over the holidays. People with a binge eating problem eat unusually large amounts of food on a regular basis. They often eat quickly, do other things while they eat (like watch TV or do homework), and don't stop when they're full.

Students learn about body image and self-esteem in teenagers. It includes topics such as why self-esteem and body image are important, what Influences a person's self-esteem, tips for improving body image, and where teens can go for help. Students can read or listen to this article.

Students reflect on stories of teenagers with body dysmorphic disorder, or B.D.D., and eating disorders. By drawing and discussing support webs around each story, groups investigate the disorders from the perspectives of the individual affected and the people in their lives.

Students learn about compulsive exercise which is a behavior of eating disorders. The following topics are discussed: ?Too Much of a Good Thing? ?Why Do People Overexercise? ?Are You a Healthy Exerciser? ?Signs of Compulsive Exercise ?How to Get Help ?Make a Positive Change

Students learn about the trend of dieting. The article covers the following topics: ?Why Do People Diet? ?Can Diets Be Unhealthy? ?So How Can I Lose Weight Safely? ?Great Ways to Find Good Health ?Dieting Danger Signs

In this lesson students will be able to assess how realistic magazine photos are and what impact altering them has on young people.

This is an interactive resource where students will examine how health issues are treated in the media, using examples from TV, movies, advertising and other formats. Select an activity designed to further expand your knowledge of the treatment and how it impacts public awareness.

In this lesson students will develop an understanding of what eating disorders are as well as common warning signs and consequences.

Teens get a lot of information about eating disorders, but sometimes that information comes through the same media outlets that venerate the thinnest models and actors and the latest fad diets. It will benefit your students to understand the real psychological and physical details of eating disorders as well as the roles that friends, family, school, the media, and society may play.

Students read about a new study showing a rise in Type 2 diabetes among adolescents. They learn more about Type 2 diabetes and its causes, then develop a public awareness campaign to promote education and prevention.

Students will investigate what McDonald’s offers in restaurants in different countries. In the United States, students will be familiar with the Big Mac, Double Cheeseburger, and Egg McMuffin. Students may believe that McDonald’s would not offer more menu choices. Through investigation, students will see what else McDonald’s offers. 8.NPA.1.2 Summarize the benefit of consuming adequate amounts of vitamins A, E, and C, magnesium, calcium, iron, fiber, folic acid, and water in a variety of foods. 8.NPA.3.1 Identify media and peer pressures that result in unhealthy weight control (eating disorders, fad dieting, excessive exercise, smoking). This lesson was developed by Matthew Cline as part of their completion of the North Carolina Global Educator Digital Badge program. This lesson plan has been vetted at the local and state level for standards alignment, Global Education focus, and content accuracy.

Some teens have a hard time knowing what a healthy weight is, this resource provides information that will help students understand what having a healthy weight means.

Students will listen to and read lyrics from popular songs that explore themes of self-esteem, body image, and eating disorders. The song interpretations will serve as a jumping-off point to deeper discussion on the issues, culminating in a writing exercise.

Students learn how they can lose weight in a safe and healthy manner. The article informs students how to find a healthy weight for their body frame and height and then provides tips for success.

Part of The Science Inside series, this easy-to-read booklet discusses the importance of good health habits such as eating right and exercising. 77 pages

Students consider various forms of advertising, then keep logs of the ads and other branded content they encounter in a specified period, and reflect on their experiences with marketing.