Ep 9. Food for Thought

In the Degrassi Junior High season 3 episode 9, entitled "Food for Thought," the students at Degrassi are tasked with creating a nutrition program for the school. The students are divided into groups and each group must come up with a unique idea for promoting healthy eating habits among their fellow students.

As the groups begin to work on their projects, they encounter a variety of obstacles. The group consisting of Joey, Wheels, and Snake decides to create a healthy snack bar, but they struggle to find funding and sponsorship for their project. Meanwhile, the group consisting of Caitlin, Susie, and Nancy decides to create a cooking show, but they encounter difficulties when trying to get their classmates to participate in the show.

Additionally, the episode explores the personal struggles of some of the characters when it comes to food and nutrition. In particular, Melanie and Kathleen are both shown to have complicated relationships with food. Melanie is trying to lose weight but is struggling with body image issues, while Kathleen is dealing with her father's new girlfriend, who is a health nut and constantly criticizes Kathleen's eating habits.

As the groups work on their projects, they begin to learn more about nutrition and healthy eating habits. They also learn to work together as a team and to be creative in finding ways to promote healthy habits.

Ultimately, the episode is a lighthearted but informative exploration of the importance of nutrition and healthy eating habits, as well as the challenges that can arise when trying to promote these habits in a school setting. It also touches on the personal struggles that many people face when it comes to food and body image, making it a relatable and thought-provoking watch for viewers of all ages.