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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.

  • Failure to Thrive for Parents


    Most kids grow well but some have ”failure to thrive.” This means they don't gain weight as expected and may not grow as tall as they should.

  • How to Stay Healthy With Type 2 Diabetes for Kids


    Kids with type 2 diabetes can do things to feel good and stay healthy. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • 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.

  • Should I Gain Weight? for Kids


    Some kids think they're too thin and want to gain weight. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • How Can I Get Rid of Extra Skin After Weight Loss? for Teens


    There's no fast way to get rid of extra skin after weight loss. To keep seeing improvement, give it more time.

  • 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.

  • Overweight and Obesity for Parents


    Preventing kids from becoming overweight means making choices in the way your family eats and exercises, and how you spend time together.

  • Gastric Sleeve Surgery for Teens


    There are several different types of weight loss surgeries. One type is gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy. Find out what's involved and who gets it in this article for teens.

  • Should I Gain Weight? for Teens


    Some teens think that they're too skinny, and wonder if they should do something about it. It’s normal to gain weight during the teen years, but trying to put on extra pounds may not be the way to go.

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