Research should include
- defining food fad
- defining diet fad
- listing common food fads and their influence on wellness
- listing common diet fads and their influence on wellness
- distinguishing food fact from food fallacy
- examining healthy eating vs. disordered eating
- locating sources of help for those who have eating disorders (e.g., family members, school nurse, school counselors, teachers, local health department, local dietitians, athletic staff).
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- How do food fads and diet fads positively or negatively influence food choices?
- How are food and diet fads linked to exercise?
- How does one distinguish between a fad and a healthy eating pattern to make the best choices for wellness needs and goals?
Communication
- How can alternatives be evaluated when faced with food fads?
- Where does one acquire attitudes and beliefs about food fads, diet fads, and food choices?
- How can peer pressure affect these choices?
Leadership
- How can leadership skills be used to influence others' food choices?
- How can we overcome peer pressure in relation to food choices?
Management
- What information and resources are needed to make our own food choices even if they run counter to fads?
- How can the influence of food fads and diet fads on wellness be evaluated?
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