Teenage Health

When it comes to teens and their eating habits it can be an up hill slog trying to teach them what they consume will have a good or bad effect on their bodies and minds. With changes that begin with growing maturity adequate nutrition is essential.

Good eating habits help prevent chronic illness in the future, including obesity, heart disease, cancer and diabetes. Did you know that most adolescents fail to meet the recommended dietary requirements for caloric and nutrient intake? Many teens in fact receive the majority of their calories from processed and high fat foods. A low intake of essential nutrients including vitamin A, folic acid, fiber, iron and calcium is prevalent among adolescents. A low intake of iron and calcium in particular is common among female adolescents, which can impair cognitive function and physical performance, as well as increase a females risk for osteoporosis later in life!

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