Dieting usually means severely restricting calories or certain food groups. When you're a teen, dieting can be dangerous because you may not get the right kind and right amount of nutrients, which can lead to poor growth and other health problems. But eating healthy meals and snacks and getting a reasonable amount of exercise may help you lose weight and develop properly at the same time. The most important thing to remember when you are dieting is to eat a wide variety of food to ensure that you're meeting your body's needs. If you are overweight, the doctor can help you determine the best way to reach a healthy weight.
Many teens mistakenly think that milk has more calories than other drinks, such as soda.
But a glass of skim milk has only 80 calories as well as protein and calcium. Soda has 120 calories of sugar and no other nutrients. Eat a variety of foods, including plenty of fruits and vegetables. Drink plenty of water. Eat lean, high-protein foods, like lean meat, chicken, fish or beans.