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I'm a 16 year old girl and i've never eaten healthy. i've never eaten vegetables, i've eaten bread and cheese and carbs my whole life and i don't exercise, i also feel low energy sometimes. is it too late to start eating healthy?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Never too late: At your listed age you are still forming the body that will carry you through life. The tissues renew themselves over time & a change to healthier nutrition can help you build structure that will serve you well. Learn what it takes from many sources & it will pay off over time.

Dr Rand agreed

Answered 12/9/2020

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A member asked:

I'm a 16 year old girl and i've never eaten healthy. i've never eaten vegetables, i've eaten bread and cheese and carbs my whole life and i don't exercise, i also feel low energy sometimes. is it too late to start eating healthy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Rand agreed

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