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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.

  • My Periods Are Irregular. What's Going On? for Teens


    Irregular and missed periods are common. Learn more.

  • Losing Weight: Brandon's Story (Video) for Teens


    Brandon, 17, has lost 70 pounds through better eating and exercise. In this video he talks about what inspired him and how he stayed on track.

  • Binge Eating Disorder for Parents


    Kids who eat unusually large amounts of food - and feel guilty or secretive about it - could be struggling with binge eating disorder.

  • My Son Wants to Grow Taller - What Can I Tell Him? for Parents


    Find out what the experts have to say.

  • A to Z: Eating Disorder for Parents


    Eating disorders involve self-critical, negative thoughts and feelings about body weight and food, and eating habits that disrupt normal body function and daily activities.

  • A to Z: Obesity, Morbid for Parents


    Learn about causes and complications of obesity and morbid obesity.

  • Emotional Eating for Teens


    We've all eaten a whole bag of chips out of boredom or while cramming for a big test. Learn more about emotional eating, and how to manage it, in this article for teens.

  • 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.

  • 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.