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Sherman, Roberta Trattner; Thompson, Ron A. – Journal of School Nursing, 2004
The Female Athlete Triad is a syndrome of the interrelated components of disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis. Sometimes inadvertently, but more often by willful dietary restriction, many female athletes do not ingest sufficient calories to adequately fuel their physical or sport activities, which can disrupt menstrual functioning,…
Descriptors: Womens Athletics, Females, Athletes, Physiology
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Kubik, Martha Y.; Lytle, Leslie; Fulkerson, Jayne A. – Journal of School Health, 2004
This study assessed the interest of alternative high school staff in intervention research on students' eating and physical activity habits and the feasibility of conducting such research in alternative school settings. A two-phase descriptive design incorporated both quantitative and qualitative methods. In fall/winter 2001-2002, alternative high…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Dietetics, Health Behavior, High School Students
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Paxton, Susan J.; Eisenberg, Marla E.; Neumark-Sztainer, Dianne – Developmental Psychology, 2006
This study investigated prospective risk factors for increases in body dissatisfaction in adolescent girls and boys in the Eating Among Teens Project. At the time of first assessment (Time 1), participants were a cohort of early adolescent girls (N = 440) and boys (N = 366) and a cohort of middle adolescent girls (N = 946) and boys (N = 764).…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Females, Males, Longitudinal Studies
Jones, Natalie; Hughes, Wyn – 1982
This unit, developed by the Third World Science Project, is designed to add a multicultural element to existing science syllabi (for students aged 11-16) in the United Kingdom. The project seeks to develop an appreciation of the: boundless fascination of the natural world; knowledge, skills, and expertise possessed by men/women everywhere;…
Descriptors: Cultural Activities, Developing Nations, Dietetics, Elementary School Science
Gallagher-Allred, Charlette R.; Townley, Nancy A. – 1980
Nutrition is well-recognized as a necessary component of educational programs for physicians. This is to be valued in that of all factors affecting health in the United States, none is more important than nutrition. This can be argued from various perspectives, including health promotion, disease prevention, and therapeutic management. In all…
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Dietetics, Disease Control, Health Education
Stein, Joan Z.; Gallagher-Allred, Charlette R. – 1980
Nutrition is well-recognized as a necessary component of educational programs for physicians. This is to be valued in that of all factors affecting health in the United States, none is more important than nutrition. This can be argued from various perspectives, including health promotion, disease prevention, and therapeutic management. In all…
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Dietetics, Disease Control, Health Education
Hurley, Roberta Smith – 1985
Nutrition is well-recognized as a necessary component of educational programs for physicians. This is to be valued in that of all factors affecting health in the United States, none is more important than nutrition. This can be argued from various perspectives, including health promotion, disease prevention, and therapeutic management. In all…
Descriptors: Counseling Techniques, Dietetics, Disease Control, Health Education
Greene, H. David; And Others – 1980
Designed to meet the diverse educational needs of youth groups, this aquatic program consists of eight individual lesson units, each devoted to one aspect of the aquatic world. Unit topics include: fish aquariums; raising earthworms; simulation of coastal planning; entomology and water; rope; calculating stream flow; saltwater aquariums; and fish…
Descriptors: Animals, Dietetics, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education
Voogt, Robert D. – 1981
Obesity is one of the most prevalent health concerns currently facing industrialized nations. Psychological, social and emotional problems result from excess weight, and those who fail in their weight-loss efforts become extremely depressed. The obsession to be thin, particularly in the United States, is a boon to weight-control programs, both…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Community Programs, Counseling Services, Counselor Client Relationship
Arnold, Justine; Grogan, Jane, Ed. – 1980
This instructional handbook is one of a series of ten packets designed to form a comprehensive course in nutrition for secondary students. The focus of this booklet is on the psychological aspects of obesity. A discussion is also presented of the emotional and psychological causes of anorexia nervosa. It contains a page of teaching suggestions, a…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Body Weight, Dietetics, Eating Habits
Children's Bureau (DHEW), Washington, DC. – 1967
The texts of laws relating to phenylketonuria are presented for the 37 states having such legislation in November 1966. (LE)
Descriptors: Dietetics, Diseases, Exceptional Child Services, Genetics
Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. Senate Select Committee on Nutrition and Human Needs. – 1974
This session of hearings began with an opening statement by Senator Edward M. Kennedy. Such witnesses as the following then gave testimony: Dr. William E. Conner, co-chairman, Panel on Nutrition and Health, University of Iowa; A. Yanechik, Arizona Department of Health Services; Dr. J. Farquhar, Stanford University Medical Center; Dr. E. Bierman,…
Descriptors: Childhood Needs, Delivery Systems, Dental Health, Dietetics
Feaster, J. Gerald – 1972
This report evaluates the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) of the Extension Service of the Department of Agriculture. About 184,000 low-income families participated in the program prior to October 1969. A national sample of 10,500 showed that family incomes were very low--less than 2,700 dollars, of which more than a third was…
Descriptors: Consumer Education, Dietetics, Eating Habits, Educationally Disadvantaged
Lehman, Dan Van; Eno, Omar – 2003
This booklet is a basic introduction to the people, history, and cultures of the Somali Bantu. It is designed primarily for service providers and others assisting Somali Bantu refugees in their new communities in the United States. It focuses on: "Introduction"; "Land"; "People" (place in society and social…
Descriptors: Bantu Languages, Cultural Differences, Dialects, Dietetics
Bogden, James F. – 2000
This policy guide reflects the concerns and priorities of education policymakers and administrators, addressing broad policy issues and focusing on physical activity, healthy eating, and tobacco use prevention. Section 1, "Overview," reviews the issue and presents sample policies. Section 2, "The Art of Policymaking," discusses…
Descriptors: Comprehensive School Health Education, Dietetics, Eating Habits, Educational Policy
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