As a teenager, losing weight can be easier than it is for an adult, because the body tends to burn calories much quicker. This is because teens often lead more active lifestyles. They enjoy many forms of exercise, like participating in some form of sports activity. They also enjoy walking and jogging. These types of exercises help to boost a person's metabolism, as well as increasing the number of calories burned.
Obese teenagers:
• Have a higher risk of suffering from depression.
• Have lower self esteem than many of their peers. This often leads to peer isolation.
• Are less likely to be accepted into college or higher education.
• Have a higher risk of behavioural problems.
• Are less likely to get married and
• Are more likely to be mistreated and allow themselves to be mistreated by others.
Causes of Teenage Obesity:
First, the have no idea what healthy eating habits are because they were never taught as a child. Second, they eat a lot of crap at school and at their after school job. Third, they do not exercise at all or very little.
Here are some recommended tips on how to treat obesity:
• Start off with gradual change
• Act as an example. If your children see you eating healthy and exercising on a regular basis, they more likely to follow suit.
• Reduce your teen's "screen time." It won't be easy to limit TV and computer time, but this leads to physical inactivity.
• Have your teen eat when they are hungry. Make sure they eat slowly and sitting at the table without any distractions.
• Do not use food as a reward, or do not penalize your teen by not letting them eat. This leads to possible eating disorders.
• Keep the pantry and refrigerator stocked with low-fat snacks, milk, and fresh vegetables.
• Have your teen drink plenty of water. Limit their intake of soda, flavored water, and sugar-based energy drinks. They are empty calories.
• Encourage your children to play sports. This increases their physical activity and they are still able to interact with their peers.
• Obesity in teens can lead to many health problems while still in their adolescence.
• Treatment should involve permanent changes, not short term diets or exercise regimens aimed at rapid weight loss. Small, gradual, and targeted changes in activity and diet should be implemented.
• A flexible and a balanced approach to eating and exercise should be encouraged. Your teenager needs your support and understanding, help them with their diet and encourage regular physical activity.
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