Question 1

is nutrition to teens imporant?

Accepted Answer

Extremely: Nutrition is extremely important to teens.  Their bodies and brains are still growing!  in fact kids gain about 20% of adult height and 50% of adult weight during adolescence.  Adolescent boys need 2, 500-2, 800 per day, while girls need around 2, 200 per day -- provided in the form of lean protein, low-fat dairy, whole grains, and fruits and veggies.  Make junk food "alternatives" like baked fries.

Question 2

why do teens bully other teens?

Accepted Answer

Inferiority: Believe it or not, bullies tend to have inferiority complexes, often from having been bullied themselves. and yes, it can continue into adult life. Tell someone you know and trust about the bullying. Keeping it inside does no good.

Question 3

at what age do teens stop growing?

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varies: It all depends on the age of the onset of puberty.  Most people stop growing a couple years past puberty but some people continue to grow even into their college years.  It varies with the individual.

Question 4

should teens use the diet plans on tv?

Accepted Answer

No: Teens should not be on diets. They should learn how to eat healthy and stay physically active. Diets are damaging because they almost always ultimately fail with weight  being gained back. Take the teen to a nutritionist.

Question 5

how are teens getting a hold of drugs!?

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Medicine Cabinet: Unfortunately, one of the most common ways teens get a hold of drugs is to open the medicine cabinet at home.  Prescription drugs are among the most commonly abused drugs taken by teenagers.

Question 6

what are some good exercises for teens?

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SIMPLE: ANY: Any exercise that you like and will stick with is a good excercise.  Overall swimming is good for all ages and body types. If you are not a swimmer, then an 'elliptical trainer' is  easy on the joints and is better  than running. Good luck!

Question 7

does exercise increase a teens height?

Accepted Answer

Exercise does not: increase height but it does help w/overall health.  Stay healthy, neat, clean, polite, and be your best self.  This will  be more helpful in happiness than height.  Peace and good health.

Question 8

how do teens know they are ready for sex?

Accepted Answer

Most aren't: This is a bit of a loaded question, since most teens are not emotionally ready for sex. The guys have no idea what sex means to the girls, and the girls may or may not have a good idea of what sex entails, and neither really understands the risks involved. For a teen to be "ready", they have to have a good understanding of the risk, how to be safe, and a thorough discussion of the emotional side.

Question 9

why do males get horniest in their teens ?

Accepted Answer

Hormones: As the pituitary and adrenal glands mature in the pre-teen and teen years, testosterone is produced by the testicles and many changes occur.  Facial hair grows, the voice deepens, the penis elongates, the testicles grow and muscles get bigger.  Testosterone causes the sex drive  and sexual desire and stimulation.  It is probably never higher than in the teen years.

Question 10

what is the most effective diet for teens?

Accepted Answer

Set achievable goals: Successful dieting requires that a person stick to a plan for months or years, so easier goals & small milestones are good. He must be happy with the foods he gets to eat, so severe calorie restriction is usually unsuccessful. One can cut back on calories enough to lose 1-2 pounds a week, and he will be more likely to stay with that modest type of plan. One-two pounds a week is 50-100 pounds/year!

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