Lesson 14: Looking at Diets



Many people follow particular diets. You may have heard of the Atkins, the Mediterranean, or the Zone diets. You may have seen ads for Nutrisystem or Weight Watchers.

In this lesson, you will learn about different types of diets and why people choose to use them. You will also look at how diets and eating habits have impacted Indigenous peoples living in Canada.



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In this lesson, you will:

  • learn how diets influence body functions
  • learn why people choose a particular diet
  • learn how to spot a fad diet
  • analyze your own diet
  • learn about the traditional foods of Indigenous peoples
  • recognize how diet habits have impacted Indigenous cultures



Key terms for this lesson:

  • vegetarian diet
  • fad diet