by angela.booth on February 10, 2010

Obese teens are opting for a drastic solution: weight loss surgery. And it’s effective. Teen Weight Loss Surgery: Gastric Bands Worth the Risk ? – ABC News reports: “…gastric banding, a laparoscopic procedure that places an adjustable band around the stomach to limit its size, is becoming more common among obese teens. What’s more, new [...]
by angela.booth on March 28, 2009
Weight loss for teens is a very important issue, as well as a very tricky one. It can be hard to balance between healthy habits, the quick fix and peer pressure. If you are a teen or the parent of a teen, here are some tips to help. 1. Be realistic. Unfortunately, stick-thin celebrities rule [...]
by angela.booth on November 12, 2008
Study claims texting could help obese children lose weight – Telegraph reports: “A study, conducted by the university’s school of medicine, found that children who were asked to monitor their diet and exercise regimes using their mobile phones were more likely to stick to weight-management plans than those who kept written diaries or no record [...]
by angela.booth on September 14, 2008
Many teenage boys are overweight, even some of the more active ones. From football players to baseball players, overweight teenage boys can be found doing all sorts of different things. It does not matter what race they are or what types of activities they do or what all they eat for supper. Overweight teenage boys [...]
by angela.booth on August 26, 2008
Weight loss is tough, and all the added anxiety that comes with being a teen only makes matters worse. Taking advantage of some of these tips can help make the teenage experience less scary for overweight teens. One of the most important tips, especially for young girls, is to make sure that you understand what [...]
by angela.booth on August 7, 2008
Worried about your overweight teen? If so, make weight loss a priority. Create a plan, motivate your teen, and get started by going to see your doctor for a health check up and meal plans. Recent studies have shown that teenage obesity has reached epidemic proportions. Most of these studies show that not only do [...]