Eating disorders explained

Find out the facts about eating disorders, including what they are, who’s affected by them and what to do if you need help and support. What is an eating disorder? There are different types of eating disorder, the most common ones being anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. Eating disorders are mental health conditions....

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Are you worried about being underweight?

Underweight teen boys Are you worried about being underweight? Or perhaps your friends or parents have mentioned it. You may have friends who are taller, heavier and more muscular than you. We all grow and develop at different rates. Lots of boys don't reach their adult weight until they are over 18. You can check...

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3 Tips for Keeping Teens Healthy

When I was the mom of two toddlers, I thought that I'd have so much less to worry about as the years passed. But now that my daughters are in their teens, I know that worry still exists – and it's still strong. I no longer have to worry about them sticking fingers into electrical sockets or drinking something from under...

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Eating tips for teenagers

Good nutrition is essential for everyone, but it’s especially important for growing teenagers. Unfortunately, many Australian teenagers have an unbalanced diet. From the 2007 Australian National Children's Nutrition and Physical Activity survey, teenage boys and girls aged 14 to 16 ate only half the recommended serves...

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How to Get in Shape as a Teen

Do you get teased about your weight in school? Are you tired of failing gym class? Or do you just want to be healthier? Read on! Steps 1 Exercise. This may seem obvious, but some people either just don't get it, or they do but don't do it right. Start with 5 minutes of stretching, then walk around the block, do as many...

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