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Nih Curriculum Supplement Series: The Science of Energy Balance Lesson PlanNih Curriculum Supplement Series: The Science of Energy Balance Lesson Plan
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National Institutes of Health
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6th - 8th
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Nih Curriculum Supplement Series: The Science of Energy Balance

Curated by ACT

A great resource for teachers to help explain the balance between calorie intake and physical activity. There are many student activities that reinforce the need for physical activity in a healthy life style. Included are a teacher's guide, lesson plans, and interactive materials for middle schoolers.

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Concepts

body mass index, caloric intake, eating disorders, energy balance, obesity

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balanced diet, food guide pyramid, physical activity, physical health, body-fat composition, nutrition, undernutrition, body fat composition, daily calories, teen obesity, personal health

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  • Knovation Readability Score: 5 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)

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