You might feel too scrawny for basketball, or you might want to be a little stronger on the court. Either way, teen basketball players want to feel big, strong, and powerful compared to their...
Posts by Katherine Harmer, RDN
What is A Healthy Diet During the Covid-19 Pandemic? A Dietitian Weighs In
During the covid-19 pandemic, many teens and parents are questioning whether their current diet is delivering needed nutrients. Eating the right foods can play an important role in illness prevention...
Teenage girls are at a time when lots of things in their life are changing, including their own body and physical appearance. This can be tricky to navigate and decide which changes are normal and...
During adolescence and growing through stages of independence, many teenagers and their parents worry about weight management. Common questions range from “is it just baby fat” to “how can my...
What is a Healthy BMI for a Teenage Girl? Advice from a Dietitian
Healthy eating for girls in their teen years can often be a challenge. In a time marked with many changes, it is important to be able to access adequate nutrition so that a sense of stability can be...
How Can I Tell if my Teen is Overweight? Advice from a Dietitian
The “COVID-19” weight gain started out as a joke about living more sedentary lifestyles, but now has many parents wondering, “Is my teen overweight?” Weight is undoubtedly an important...