Is your teenage daughter always dieting or worrying about eating too
much?
Teenage girls often seem preoccupied with their weight. Even though they
need fewer calories than teenage boys, girls continue to grow until
about age 16. So consuming enough calories is very important. Too few
calories can result in a failure to grow.
A healthful diet for teenagers should include four or more servings of
milk, cheese or yogurt per day; four to six ounces of meat, fish,
poultry or dried beans; three servings of vegetables; two servings of
fruit and at least six servings of grain products.
Teens can control their calories by limiting high fat foods and getting
regular physical activity.
If your teenage daughter needs help with her eating habits, contact a
registered dietitian.
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