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Sleep, Sleep Disorders, and Biological Rhythms (Grades 9-12) - Free standards-based curriculum that focuses on the scientific process of sleep, the importance of good sleep hygiene, and the negative consequences of sleep deprivation. (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and Office of Science Education)
http://science.education.nih.gov/Customers.nsf/HSSleep?OpenForm
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The Science of Energy Balance: Calorie Intake and Physical Activity (Grades 7-8) - Explore the scientific principles of energy balance within the body (energy in versus energy out) and their impact on human health. (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases and Office of Science Education)
http://science.education.nih.gov/customers.nsf/MSEnergy?OpenForm
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Alcohol and Sleep (Alcohol Alert) - Fact sheet about how the effects of alcohol consumption on sleep patterns, the potential health consequences of alcohol consumption combined with disturbed sleep, and the risk for relapse in those with alcoholism who fail to recover normal sleep patterns. (National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism)
http://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/aa41.htm
Awake At the Wheel (Student Edition) - [PDF FILE - 170 KB] This is a downloadable pdf file of a brochure for students which includes a Dear Students Letter; Top 5 Reasons to Get Enought Sleep; Feeling Sleepy? Here's Why; What Would You Do?; You should know.....: Opinion Poll; Wake Up Call (self-quiz). To view this PDF file you will need Adobe Reader, which you can download for free for either a PC or Macintosh. Download Acrobat (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/sleep/aaw/brochure.pdf
Awake At the Wheel (Teachers Guide) - [PDF FILE - 46.4 KB] This Teacher's Guide is intended to accompany the Awake at the Wheel Student Edition - a brochure for students which includes a Dear Students Letter; Top 5 Reasons to Get Enought Sleep; Feeling Sleepy? Here's Why; What Would You Do?; You should know.....: Opinion Poll; Wake Up Call (self-quiz). To view this PDF file you will need Adobe Reader, which you can download for free for either a PC or Macintosh. Download Acrobat (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/sleep/aaw/tch_gde.pdf
Botanical Dietary Supplements: Background Information - What is a botanical? Can botanicals be dietary supplements? How are botanicals commonly sold and prepared? Are botanical dietary supplements standardized? Are botanical dietary supplements safe? What methods are used to evaluate the health benefits and safety of a botanical dietary supplement? (Office of Dietary Supplements)
http://dietary-supplements.info.nih.gov/factsheets/botanicalbackground.html
Brain Basics: Understanding Sleep - Fact sheet on sleep as a dynamic activity, the requirements for and purpose of sleep, dreaming and REM sleep, sleep and circadian rhythms, sleep and disease, and sleep disorders (insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, and narcolepsy). (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke)
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/brain_basics/understanding_sleep.htm
Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI) - Online calculator of your body mass index - the measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both adult men and women. (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)
http://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi/
Chemistry of Health - This science education booklet describes how basic chemistry and biochemistry research can spur a better understanding of human health. The booklet highlights the research of a number of chemists and includes questions at the end of each chapter. (Publication No. 00-4121, 66 pages) (National Institute of General Medical Sciences)
http://publications.nigms.nih.gov/order/pubdescriptions/chemofhealth.html
Choosing a Doctor - News in summary about how to choose a good doctor. (Office of the Director)
http://www.nih.gov/news/WordonHealth/apr2003/doctorchoosing.htm

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