
Importance Of Healthy Eating For Teens
Adolescence is a time of growth for children, both physical and mental. A healthy diet is essential for teenagers due to their heightened nutritional needs, but also because the foods they eat as teenagers can impact their health when they reach a...
A Teenager's Nutritional Needs
As a teen's body is still growing, it’s vital that you give your teen not only good quality and nutritious food but the right kind to meet her daily energy and nutrition needs.
How Does Junk Food Affect Developing Teens?
Teens who eat junk food like soda, chips, candy and fast food to meet their calorie needs do themselves a disservice. Loading up on junk food may affect a teen's weight, nutrition and health.
For Parents: Eating Disorders In Teens
Eating disorders are complex illnesses that affect people of all ages; the onset of eating disorders often develop during the teenage years or in early adulthood. it is imperative to identify, diagnose and treat them as early as possible. With ear...
Fibre: An Important Part Of Your Teen's Diet
Fibre is an important part of a healthy balanced diet. It can help prevent heart disease, diabetes, weight gain and some cancers, and can also improve digestive health. It is important to discuss your adolescent's diet with his or her healthcare p...
Healthy Snacks Ideas For Teens
Healthy snacks between meals are a great way to keep teens energized, and they keep the brain and body healthy and functioning. Here are some healthy snacks ideas for teens.