The Wellness of YOU! - # 132 - Nutrition for Teens
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We’ve been discussing what steps we might take to help give children a better program of good nutrition. Today, we’re going to take this up a notch and talk about how to deal with nutrition with teenagers.
There is little doubt that keeping the teenage population in this country healthy is an important, yet difficult task. This is a crucial time for them as they’re completing a cycle of growth and change — their bodies are going through enormous adjustments. One of the other aspects of this time in their life cycle is that they are now becoming more and more independent. The big question is, “How do we get them to make the decision to pursue a healthy lifestyle?”
There’s no easy answer.
We know that teens are going to be influenced by their peers. They’re also greatly influenced by how they look. All of those bodily changes that are happening to them bring about those “awkward” stages where they lose confidence in their appearance. This is when we need to be paying close attention to them to make sure they’re not slipping into some of the eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia.
Teenage nutrition should consist of essential nutrients and vitamins every day. This means ensuring that they are receiving any extra nutrients that are not in their daily diets. Teens will be in charge of their eating habits to some degree, meaning that they will want to eat out more frequently as well as get food from vending machines and in school. If you are giving your teen these choices, make sure you educate them on what nutrients they need every day. This will give them more options in deciding what they choose to eat.
One good way to help them get what they need is to offer a supplement like the Body Balance that I am promoting below. You can get a free two-week supply by following the link in the blue box near the end of this posting.
Physical activity is just as important in the teenage years as it is in childhood and adulthood. If your teen is involved in a team sport they may find that a good nutritional program goes right along with being a team member.
Try to make sure that you are offering good nutritional options for breakfast and dinner. Those are the two mealtimes where you may be making the diet decisions. Keep the “empty, non-nutritious” food items out of the home and also set a good example for them by eating properly yourself. This will help them to begin making good decisions for their own eating habits.
While this may seem like a never-ending battle, remember that you are helping them to live a longer, healthier life.
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Have a healthy and nutritious day!
Shanti,
Ron
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