Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Childhood Obesity
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.
National Institutes of Health
National Heart & Lung Institute: Overweight and Obesity
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...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Obesity and Overweight Introduction
The CDC provides a collection of information on obesity and the concerns that come with it.
Curated OER
Kids Health: What Being Overweight Means?
This resource provides information about obesity, and the importance of weight control.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Dealing With Feelings When You're Overweight
It's hard to struggle with extra weight especially if you are a teen. In this article for teens, learn how to cope with your feelings and deal with such social issues such as bullying, self-esteem, and depression.
Other
Kids' Health: What Is Obesity?
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...