During adolescence and growing through stages of independence, many teenagers and their parents worry about weight management. Common questions range from “is it just baby fat” to “how can my...
Category: Teen Nutrition
What is a Healthy BMI for a Teenage Girl? Advice from a Dietitian
Healthy eating for girls in their teen years can often be a challenge. In a time marked with many changes, it is important to be able to access adequate nutrition so that a sense of stability can be...
How Can I Tell if my Teen is Overweight? Advice from a Dietitian
The “COVID-19” weight gain started out as a joke about living more sedentary lifestyles, but now has many parents wondering, “Is my teen overweight?” Weight is undoubtedly an important...
Teenagers are old enough to be responsible to make the best decisions for their health, right? If you are a parent, you know exactly what I'm talking about. It is difficult to be a parent for a...
Breakfast has been called “the most important meal of the day”, and for a good reason. The morning meal is linked to better school attendance, higher grades, concentration, problem-solving,...
School lunch not your thing anymore? Want to make sure your kids are getting nutritious lunches? There's so many options for lunch boxes today, but some of them are still a little nerdy and not the...
