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Teenage years are an important time for growth and development. A healthy, varied diet is essential to ensure that you receive all the energy and nutrients you need.
- Healthy Weight
- Positive Body Image
- What to Feed Your Teenager
- Make Sure They Don’T Skip Breakfast
- Boost Iron
- Build Up Bones
- Healthy Snacks
- Further Information and Resources
Increasing numbers of children of all ages are above a healthy weight. Those who are obese in their early teens are more likely to remain so as adults, increasing their risk of preventable health conditions including type 2 diabetes, heart disease and some cancers. To help your teenager maintain a healthy weight try to encourage them to: 1. Enjoy a...
Teenagers may begin to think about their body shape and compare themselves to their peers and people they see on social media. Find out more information about supporting your teenager to have a positive body image.
A healthy and balanced diet should include: 1. At least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day. 2. Meals based on starchy foods such as potatoes, bread, pasta and rice. Choose wholegrain varieties when possible. 3. Some milk and dairy products or alternatives. Choose semi or semi-skimmed milk where you can. 4. Some foods that are...
Evidence also shows that eating a healthy breakfast at the start of the school day can contribute to improved readiness to learn, increased concentration, and improved wellbeing and behaviour. Some quick and nutritious breakfast ideas include: 1. Wholegrain toast with spread, glass of orange juice and a yogurt. Why not try unsweetened/ plain yogurt...
Iron is important for teenagers to help their bodies grow. Girls have higher iron requirements once they start their periods, however UK dietary surveys indicate that almost half of girls aged 11 to 18 are not getting enough iron in their diet. Find out more iron on the British Dietetic Association (BDA) website. Here's some useful things to consid...
Getting enough calcium is important for healthy bones and teeth. During teenage years, bones are growing in size and density which is why young people have high requirements for calcium. Dairy products such as milk, yoghurt and cheese are the best sources of calcium, but there are also non-dairy foods that contain calcium including: 1. Calcium-fort...
Teenagers shouldn’t fill up on sugary or fatty foods such as crisps, sweets, cakes, biscuits, or with sugary fizzy drinks. These tend to be high in calories but contain few nutrients. Fresh fruit and vegetables are always the best snack choice – they contain vitamins and minerals, are a good source of fibre and count towards our '5 a day'. Plus, th...
Jun 20, 2022 · It can be hard to understand your nutritional needs at any age, but teens have different nutrition needs than adults. This article explains healthy eating for teens, including tips and meal plans.
- Jillian Kubala, MS, RD
Adolescents tend to most often fall short of their daily quotas of calcium, iron, zinc, and vitamin D. Unless blood tests and a pediatrician's evaluation reveal a specific deficiency, it's preferable to obtain nutrients from food instead of from dietary supplements.
Oct 26, 2005 · This review has systematically identified some of the barriers to, and facilitators of, healthy eating with young people, and illustrated to what extent they have been addressed by soundly evaluated effective interventions.
- Jonathan Shepherd, Angela Harden, Rebecca Rees, Ginny Brunton, Jo Garcia, Sandy Oliver, Ann Oakley
- 2005
Healthy eating. The information on this page has been taken from Health for Teens which introduces a new and different way for young people aged 11-19 to learn about their health.
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Top tips for teenager's healthy eating. Eat at least 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day. Try and swap snacks, such as crisps or chocolate, for healthier snacks. Eat a good balance of foods from different food groups. Stop eating when you don't feel hungry and don't eat late at night.
