We have selected these online resources to support you when you need information relating to the popular curriculum topic, Healthy Living and Eating. SCIS 1525133

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In this video clip on the Science Learning Hub site, Carolyn Cairncross, a nutritionist with the New Zealand Nutrition Foundation, provides advice on healthy eating practices for teenagers.
Suggested level: intermediate, secondary
http://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/Contexts/Food-Function-and-Structure/Sci-Media/Video/Adolescent-diet
New Zealand site that presents healthy eating tips and advice for parents and families. Also includes links to other healthy living and eating sites.
Suggested level: primary, intermediate, secondary
feedingourfamilies.org.nz/healthy-eating/top-ten-tips
Part of the Kidshealth website. This page directly links to sites on fitness, exercise, and a related Q&A.
Suggested level: primary
kidshealth.org/kid/centers/nutrition_center.html
Same as above only with a teen focus.
Suggested level: intermediate, secondary
kidshealth.org/teen/food_fitness/
This site is from the US Dept of Agriculture. It looks at healthy eating and provides worksheets and information for kids, parents and teachers.
Suggested level: primary
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/food-groups/
EPIC
Britannica Online School Edition
Provides information and guidelines on food and nutrition.
Suggested level: primary
school.ebonline.co.nz/all/comptons/article-9274373
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