To supplement or not to supplement -- that is the question for many teenagers and their parents. While there aren’t magic pills to fix symptoms and poor diet habits, many attribute superior health...
Category: Teenagers
Are you ready to “spill the tea” about tea? In teenage terms, “spill the tea” is a phrase that means sharing the dirty details or latest gossip. So, is it OK for teenagers to drink...
It is a commonly known fact that athletes expend more energy than the average person. Intense physical activity means that more energy and protein are needed for proper recovery. For teenage...
What is the Best Diet Plan for a 16 Year-Old? From a Dietitian
16 year-olds are learning to be more independent, making their own food choices, and even buying some of their own foods. They are also at a period of crucial growth and development and need to pay...
Should I Tell My Teen They Need to Lose Weight? Tips from a Dietitian
It is normal, especially as a parent, to worry about your teenager’s weight. However, an obsessive focus regarding a number on the scale can be unhealthy. Too much negative attention to weight can...
With today’s cultural norms, “fat” seems to almost be a dirty word for teens. Saturated fat can be extremely unhealthy, but foods higher in unsaturated fats can benefit a growing teen. Fat is...