Subject: Health: Child Health & Safety

The Bod Squad Series (Obesity Beaters)

"The Bod Squad" is a team of healthy body heroes who are on a mission to start children out on the right track by helping them learn about the importance of good nutrition, and to avoid or overcome obesity; you could also call them "The Obesity Beaters." Each program in the series uses a humorous approach to enhance a child's learning about serious health and wellness concepts and practices; as a result, children learn to become wiser and more sophisticated eaters, and to make positive choices about their overall health, diet and fitness. Produced by TVO. Programs available on 13 or 23 individual DVDs, Digital Streaming Files or Videos; also in a 13-Disc Set. For pricing call in US: 800.876.2447/Intl. 603.434.9262 or e-mail
Also See: The Dangerously Big Bunny (Obesity); Carrotio (Sweets vs. Vegetables)

List of Titles

Bod Squad 1

Bod Squad members, Patty, Joe, and Rekha, appear at the school cafeteria to give kids tips on proper nutrition and exercise. This program's segments include: Melvin the Pog Hog; Building Blocks; Strange Spaghetti; Battle of the Entrees; Tina the Tired; Food Groups Boogie; Bagel Boy Gets Busted; Be Like a Bunny; Click for more

Bod Squad 2

Bod Squad members, Patty, Joe, and Rekha, offer kids more tips on proper nutrition and exercise. This program's segments include: Find the Funky Veggies; Pass the Pasta; Jane Makes Cake; Billy's Bean Business; Morton Hears a Moo; Hot Chocolate Rocket; Shaky Susan Serves Supper; Curse of the Crunch Bunch; Snazzy Click for more

Bod Squad 1 & 2

A combined version of Bod Squad 1 & 2 is available.
Bod Squad 1
Bod Squad members, Patty, Joe, and Rekha, appear at the school cafeteria to give kids tips on proper nutrition and exercise. This program's segments include: "Melvin the Pog Hog"; "Building Blocks"; "Strange Spaghetti"; "Battle Click for more

Bod Squad 3

Bod Squad members present new ideas about health and nutrition for children. This program's segments include: Freddy Fill-up Flies - the importance of eating regular meals and snacks; Space Station Elation - building strong bones by drinking milk; My Name is Mukpuk - any meal with four food groups Click for more

Bod Squad 4

Bod Squad trio Patty, Phil, and Gisele spread the word on healthy eating and drinking practices. Segments include: Pleased to Meet Moo - the benefits of milk; Frankie Four Loaves Rises Up - a variety of grain sources besides breads; The Fruveggie Machine - combines fruits and vegetables into tasty Click for more

Bod Squad 3 & 4

A combined version of Bod Squad 3 & 4 is available.
Bod Squad 3
Bod Squad members present new ideas about health and nutrition for children. This program's segments include: "Freddy Fill-up Flies" - the importance of eating regular meals and snacks; "Space Station Elation" - building strong Click for more

Bod Squad 5

Bod Squaders present more amusing vignettes, as they spread the word on healthy eating practices. This program's segments include: Bobby's Pill Boo Boos - pills and supplements cannot replace a balanced meal; Wobbly Wendy Works Out - exercise, milk, and milk products are the answers to healthy and strong Click for more

Bod Squad 6

The Bod Squad's young movie-critic duo, Alex and Jake, use witty spin-offs of movies to show children the healthy benefits of eating well. The segments include: Magnificent Food - a western look at the four main food groups; Millie - a silent film look at the importance of moderation; The Bod Father Click for more

Bod Squad 5 & 6

A combined version of Bod Squad 5 & 6 is available.
Bod Squad 5
Bod Squaders present more amusing vignettes, as they spread the word on healthy eating practices. This program's segments include: "Bobby's Pill Boo Boos" - pills and supplements cannot replace a balanced meal; "Wobbly Wendy Works Click for more

Bod Squad 7

The Bod Squad's young movie-critic duo, Alex and Jake, use witty spin-offs of movies to show children the benefits of taking vitamins. Segments include: Seeds of Infinity - an experimental film on taking vitamins; B12 and a Half - a parody of dubbed foreign films highlights the benefits of vitamin B12; Click for more

Bod Squad 8

The Bod Squad presents more witty spin-offs of movies to show children the healthy benefits of eating well. Segments include: Cooking with Robots; Starch Wars; Jurassic Lunch; Boffo Beyond. 08DR PI 15 min. Click for more

Bod Squad 7 & 8

A combined version of Bod Squad 7 & 8 is available.
Bod Squad 7
The Bod Squad's young movie-critic duo, Alex and Jake, use witty spin-offs of movies to show children the benefits of taking vitamins. Segments include: "Seeds of Infinity" - an experimental film on taking vitamins; "B12 and a Half" Click for more

Bod Squad 9

Bod Squaders present more witty spin-offs to show children the healthy benefits of good nutrition. Segments in this program include: Tumble Little; Frustration Impossible; N' Zinc. 08DR PI 15 min. Click for more

Bod Squad 10

The Bod Squad brings in new recruits, Julie Patterson, Julie Zwillich, Master T, Phil and Gisele, to help kids fight obesity. Segments include: Use the Toast - toast is high in carbohydrates; Food Funk Frenzy - making tasty, healthy snacks; Mind Over Melon - looks at energy food; Karate Pop Click for more

Bod Squad 9 & 10

A combined version of Bod Squad 9 & 10 is available.
Bod Squad 9
Bod Squaders present more witty spin-offs to show children the healthy benefits of good nutrition. Segments in this program include: "Tumble Little"; "Frustration Impossible"; "N' Zinc."
Bod Squad 10
The Bod Squad Click for more

Bod Squad 11

The Bod Squad's new recruits, Julie Patterson, Julie Zwillich, Master T, Phil and Gisele, star in more new segments, which include: Be the Pea - recommends eating a variety of vegetables; Showdown at the Fortess of Food - looks at valuable sources of protein; Lunch Crunch - suggests nutritious, Click for more

Bod Squad 12

The Bod Squad's new recruits star in four more segments, which include: My Dinner With Android - reminds kids about avoiding sweets; Hydration Equation - looks at the importance of drinking good fluids; The Goober Ray - warns kids about empty calories; The Five Food Groups - looks at junk Click for more

Bod Squad 11 & 12

A combined version of Bod Squad 11 & 12 is available.
Bod Squad 11
The Bod Squad's new recruits, Julie Patterson, Julie Zwillich, Master T, Phil and Gisele, star in more new segments, which include: "Be the Pea" - recommends eating a variety of vegetables; "Showdown at the Fortess of Food" Click for more

Bod Squad 13

The Bod Squad's new recruits present more ideas to help promote wellness and fight obesity. Segments include: Fibre Boogie - focusing on the importance of fibre in your diet; A Trip Though the Milky Way - presents some troubles with eating empty calories; Happy Ninja to You - the importance of Click for more

Bod Squad 14

In this program we welcome back the Bod Squad's young movie-critic duo, Alex and Jake, who use witty parodies to help motivate children to make wise choices about health and nutrition. Segments include: The Eatles - touts the "Fab Four" food group; Tony Moo - the food-energy-providing powers of Riboflavin; Click for more

Bod Squad 15

The Bod Squad's young movie-critic duo, Alex and Jake, present more witty parodies to help motivate children make wise choices about eating wisely. Segments include: Protein Power Girls - presents good food sources of protein; The Chocolate Hunter - there's a healthy way to enjoy chocolate; The Wholesome Click for more

Bod Squad 14 & 15

A combined version of Bod Squad 14 & 15 is available.
Bod Squad 14
In this program we welcome back the Bod Squad's young movie-critic duo, Alex and Jake, who use witty parodies to help motivate children to make wise choices about health and nutrition. Segments include: "The Eatles" - touts the Click for more

Bod Squad 16

The Bod Squad's young movie-critic duo, Alex and Jake, present more "Food Flicks for Kids. Segments include: The Wizard of Moz - the health benefits of cheese, such as Mozarella; Tony Moo 2 - How yogurt and calcium enhance our lives; X Milk Men - the benefits of protein, vitamins A & D, and calcium; Click for more

Bod Squad 17

More of the popular "Food Flicks for Kids" are presented in this program, spreading the meaning of healthy eating and drinking. Segments include: Citizen Rain - the importance of drinking eight cups of fluids daily; Harry Potscrubber - reveals how cooking can be fun and easy; Funny, I Shrunk the Kids Click for more

Bod Squad 16 & 17

A combined version of Bod Squad 16 & 17 is available.
Bod Squad 16
The Bod Squad's young movie-critic duo, Alex and Jake, present more "Food Flicks for Kids. Segments include: "The Wizard of Moz" - the health benefits of cheese, such as Mozarella; "Tony Moo 2" - How yogurt and calcium enhance Click for more

Bod Squad 18

The Bod Squad set their satirical sites on every type of TV genre, spreading the word to kids about the benefits of good nutrition. Segments in this program include: Breakfast for Boffo - concentrates on the benefits of a balanced breakfast; Get Snacking - proper snacks, including fruits and vegetables, Click for more

Bod Squad 19

The Bod Squad help children think "outside the box," as they parody all types of TV program genre. Segments include: Sounds of Variety - a variety of sounds from the major food groups; What is a Serving of Grains? - offers serving examples of grains; What is a Serving of Fruits and Veggies? - offers Click for more

Bod Squad 18 & 19

A combined version of Bod Squad 18 & 19 is available.
Bod Squad 18
The Bod Squad set their satirical sites on every type of TV genre, spreading the word to kids about the benefits of good nutrition. Segments in this program include: "Breakfast for Boffo" - concentrates on the benefits of a balanced Click for more

Bod Squad 20

The Bod Squad continue their parody all TV programs, all to help kids learn to eat well in order to be well. Segments include: Giants of Iron - foods that excellent providers of Iron; Chocolate Moose Milk - the benefits of chocolate milk; The Moderation Equation - the benefits of eating in moderation; Click for more

Bod Squad 21

The Bod Squad concludes their parody all TV programs, presenting four segments for children which include: Get Some Milk in Here - why milk is so good for young bodies; Bones Need More Than Calcium - shows the link between milk, good food and healthy bones; What is a Serving of Meat? - offers examples Click for more

Bod Squad 20 & 21

A combined version of Bod Squad 20 & 21 is available.
Bod Squad 20
The Bod Squad continue their parody all TV programs, all to help kids learn to eat well in order to be well. Segments include: "Giants of Iron" - foods that excellent providers of Iron; "Chocolate Moose Milk" - the benefits of Click for more

Bod Squad 22

The Bod Squad begins a new approach to helping young children learn important and beneficial habits to discover easy ways to stay energetic throughout the day. In this program they enter the virtual universe of "The Bodies," where Tim, aka Healthyboy, is playing a video game. With the help of Master Control's menu Click for more

Bod Squad 23

In the virtual universe of "The Bodies," Healthyboy and his cast of characters, Harmony, Flex, Tutu, and Picassa, help young children see the importance of eating from various food groups, drinking water, having breakfast, and staying active. Segments include Water the Bodies - Healthyboy gives The Bodies a Click for more

Bod Squad 22 & 23

A combined version of Bod Squad 22 & 23 is available.
Bod Squad 22
The Bod Squad begins a new approach to helping young children learn important and beneficial habits to discover easy ways to stay energetic throughout the day. In this program they enter the virtual universe of "The Bodies," Click for more