The focus should always be on improving health, not body weight.
Having a realistic weight goal can be helpful for some teens, but improving diet and increasing physical activity can be much more effective overall.
The best weight-loss strategies are those that you can keep for a lifetime. That's a long time, so we'll try to keep these suggestions as simple as possible!
1- Cut Back on Sweetened Beverages and Limit Added Sugars - Sodas, energy drinks, sweet teas, and fruit drinks are loaded with added sugars. high added sugar consumption can lead to weight gain in teens and may also increase their risk of certain health conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, acne, and cavities
2- Set Healthy, Realistic Goals
3- Fuel Your Body With Nourishing Foods & Eat more fruit and vegetables.
4- Reduce Stress, Get Enough Sleep
5- Cut Back on Processed Foods
6- Find other ways to fit activity into your day, at least 60 minutes of exercise every day.
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