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5 Ways to Reach a Healthy Weight for Teens
Most dieters regain the weight they lost by dieting when they go back to their old eating habits. Get our tips on the best ways to drop excess weight.
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About Overweight and Obesity for Teens
We use the words "oveweight" and "obese" a lot, but they actually have medical meanings. Find out how doctors diagnose these conditions and what they mean for a person's health.
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What's the Right Weight for My Height? for Teens
One of the biggest questions guys and girls have is whether they're the right weight. Because the body is growing and changing so much during adolescence, it can be tough to answer this question.
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Therapy and Weight Management for Teens
Losing weight can feel like a challenge, no matter how much we want it. It can sometimes seem like our minds are working against us. That's where weight-management counselors can help.
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How Can I Lose Weight Safely? for Teens
Lots of people are unhappy with their present weight, but aren't sure how to change it - or even if they need to. Get the facts on weight loss here.
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When Being Overweight Is a Health Problem for Teens
A couple of pounds of extra body fat are not a health risk for most people. But when people are severely overweight, it can cause health problems.
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The Deal With Diets for Teens
With all the focus on dieting, how do you figure out what's healthy and what isn't? Read this article to get the basics on dieting.
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Is It Possible to Lose Weight Without Exercising? for Teens
Your weight is a balance between the calories you take in and the calories you burn.
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Body Mass Index (BMI) for Teens
One of the biggest questions guys and girls have as they grow and develop is whether they're the right weight. One place to start is by learning about body mass index, or BMI.
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5 Ways to Beat Summer Weight Gain for Teens
Surprisingly, summer can be a time when people gain weight, not lose it. These tips help you stay on track.
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