Sutdies show that being overweight plays a major role in health risks such as heart disease, respiratory problems, hormonal imbalances...and several more. Are you willing to risk your teen's future health?
Increased self esteem, leading to an improvement in overall lifestyle
Self esteem plays an important role in today's society, and being overweight can have a serious effect on your teen's mental well being. Your teen is far likelier to excel in adulthood if they are at or below their recommended body mass index. Is your teen's success in the future at risk due to being overweight now?
There are a number of causes for obesity which center around an imbalance in the teens energy they put into their bodies, (calories that they obtain from the food they eat) and the energy they release from their bodies (how good their metabolism is, and how much physical activity they take part in).
Often teens when a teen is overweight, it is because there is a problem with the nutritional value of their diet, or it may be psychological, familial or physiological, all of which we will discuss a little bit more.
you will find
Psychological Issues for Teens Relating to Being Overweight
Parenting Your Overweight Teen and Improving Their Self Esteem
Advice for Helping Teens Lose Weight
Some Simple Rules to Follow to Help Teens Lose Weight Safely
How Teens Can Lose Weight Quickly and Safely
Weight Loss for Teens – A Parent Should Not Worry Too Much