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Hi Abby,

You are not really overweight for your height, however if you eat a healthy balanced diet rich in whole foods like vegetables, fruits and grains and get regular exercise, you body will find its ideal weight.

Donna

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Hi my name is abby, i am 170cm tall, and weigh 61kg. I feel as if i need to be healthy and lose 8 kg. I need a diet menu that will help when iam at home and at school.

-Abby

-- Contributed by: abby

Hello Hi,

There are lots of options out there to help get your diet under control. You might want to consider stopping by the 21 Day Challenge that starts tomorrow. It's a place to help you set goals right for you and provides a support network to help you stay on target.

Donna

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

i really need help pleeeeeeaaaaassssse help :( x

-- Contributed by: Hi

Cara,

Motivation to lose weight successfully needs to come from within you. No matter how much others want us to lose weight, if we're not ready to buckle down and take the steps to achieve that goal, we won't do it.

Maybe find a friend who also wants to lose weight and have a contest between the two of you.

Donna

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Hi Jade,

Well you've identified the problems. Really being overweight is a symptom of your inactive lifestyle. Here are a couple more articles to help give you some ideas:

Donna

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

I need motivation to loose weight help!

-- Contributed by: Cara

I'm fat and lazy and don't like to eat apples!!

Pleaseee help me.

-- Contributed by: jade

Hi Reba,

I'm not sure what you weigh, but it sounds like your eating enough calories to maintain your weight. This means your burning what you're eating. To lose weight, you'll have to eat less calories or exercise more to use more of the calories you're taking in.

Let me know if you have more questions.

Donna

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Okay so here is the deal everyone thinks I'm a normal weight, but I know I'm overweight. I have been exercising, eating healthy, cutting out sugary treats and avoiding fatty foods but all I can do is maintain my weight now, I cant lose any weight. HELP!!

-- Contributed by: reba

I know I am overweight. Ok, 70lbs. over. Everyone tells me I look fantastic but how can I belive them when I know the truth? I am planning to have my wedding in 4-5 years and most companys charge up to $400 extra for my dream wedding gown. I come from a long line of obese people, I want that to change.

-- Contributed by: Tara

Hi Jessica,

You can't determine whether or not you are overweight based on what a few people say or even how you feel. Our Western world media tends to focus on our obesity problems, and sometimes teens who are at a healthy weight may develop a distorted body image. I suggest you check with your doctor to see what he or she has to say. They tell you the truth based on the facts.

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Okay, I think I'm fat and everybody tells me I'm not, except my friends. And I am kind of pudgy, but I don't know what to do? Can you help me?

-- Contributed by: jessica

Hi Lola,

You sound like you're trying to convince someone of something. If a shirt makes you "look a little fat" then I'd suggest not wearing it, or buying a larger size. OR get out and exercise regularly so the shirt looks just the way you want it to. HOT!

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Okay I'm not fat...now sometimes I wear shirts that make me look a little fat...but the shirts are so hot!

-- Contributed by: Lola

Hi Lissy,

Instead of looking for a diet, I would suggest a lifestyle change. This would include portion control which means learning to limit yourself to sensible portions and wiser food selections. The key is to burn more calories than you eat if you want to lose weight. As for what exercise is best, you may want to talk to your doctor about that. He may have recommendations that are less likely to aggravate your asthma. The following links may help you to better understand what food are best for you:

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Hi there, I'm 16 years old, Five foot six, and I weigh 195 pounds. I'd like to lose 30 pounds or more. I participate in sports at school and help coach a little league baseball team. But with the summer coming up I'll need to do more to lose weight at home. I really like to run but have low stamina and mild sports induced asthma. What can I do to lose those 30 pounds?

-- Contributed by: Lissy

Hi Tara,

The bottom line is that you must burn more calories than you take in if you want to lose weight. You're exercising regularly, and that is a plus. However, you might want to take a look at how many calories you're taking in. Sometimes when we eat healthy whole foods we eat more than we need because they are good for us.

To do this, keep a food diary for about three days or so. Then take time to look up how many calories are contained in that food. I don't know your age and that can make a difference in how many calories you need to maintain your weight. You'll want to eat less than that because you don't want to maintain--you want to lose.

If you feel you're eating fewer calories already, it's a good idea to talk with your doctor to see if there may be a medical reason behind your stubborn weight.

Calorie Requirements

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

I am 5'4 and 180 lb. i run two miles every weekday and i do not eat junk food. what else could i possibly do to lose weight!?

-- Contributed by: Tara

Hi Paula,

I don't know how tall you are or what your ideal weight is, but if you want to lose weight these few changes should help:

Avoid sugary drinks and snacks
Don't eat seconds at your meals
Eat fruits and vegetables
Exercise at least 5 days a week for 30 minutes or more
Avoid fried foods

Good luck Paula, let us know if you have more questions.

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Hey im 14 and i weigh 14 stone 7 pounds i try and loose wait but its so hard please help

-- Contributed by: Paula

Hi Not,

According to the Ideal Weight Calculator with your height of 5' 8" your ideal healthy weight is 147 pounds and your recommended weight range is between 131 and 164 pounds. Since you have the drive to get control of your weight, I suggest keeping healthy snacks and food on hand so when you have the urge to eat you make the best choices.

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Im 14. I am 5'8 & a half. and im around 180 pounds. i have the urge to wanna try and lose weight but i also have the urge to eat everytime food is around. Do you think that i should be on a diet and have a healthier way of life? instead of my continuing plan?

-- Contributed by: not none!

Hi Trey,

Running is not for everyone. If your have trouble with your feet and ankles, you may want to try exercises like rowing that relies on the upper body. Or try cycling which takes the weight off your legs.

How long it will take to lose weight will depend on factors like how much you eat and how long you exercise. Weight loss comes from taking in less calories than you burn in a day.

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

I'm 15, 6'1, and I weigh 240 to 245 pounds. I actually like muscular exercises but I have trouble running cause I have a foot and ankle problem... I drink a lot of water. What can I do, and how long should it take for me to weigh 210.. thanks.

-- Contributed by: trey

Hi Brittany,

I'm not sure what you weigh, but if you seriously think you need to lose weight and are eating healthy along with your active lifestyle, I would suggest talking with your doctor so he can run tests to see if there might be a medical reason behind the mystery.

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Hey, My name is Brittany and I think I have a weight loss problem. For years I have been involved with sports like volleyball and track and tennis and volleyball. I am also involved with JROTC at my high school. I am 15 and 5 foot, and I do eat healthy. So why can't I loss weight?

-- Contributed by: Brittany

Hi Amber,

You've identified your problem areas, and now what you want to do is make a plan to overcome them. For example, if you plan to graze--only graze on healthy low-fat foods. Prepare celery and carrots ahead of time so you've got something you can crunch. And just as important, make a plan to get out and move. Go to the mall and plan to walk around for 30 minutes before you can go into a store. Don't pick the closest parking place to the door when you go either. Walking is great exercise!

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Hi, I'm Amber and I weigh like 160. I am 15 years old and 5'4". I have trouble with grazing and junk food. I'm not all that active so I'm kinda stumped.

-- Contributed by: Amber

Hi Bailey,

The best thing you can do is have your mom make an appointment with your doctor to find the diet that is best for you. You can make some healthy changes on your own by eliminating junk foods and sugary drinks and eating more fruits and vegetable. Also, read the labels of the food you plan to eat and look to see how big one serving is. Many times we eat much more than that. This is a great time for you to learn healthy eating habits that will give you more energy and build a strong body.

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Hi, I'm Bailey i weigh about 170 pounds and am 12 years old and 5'3. i dont look that big but do get made fun of sometimes. i was wondering whats a good diet to go on and what to eat and stuff. thanks i need all the help i can get.

-- Contributed by: Bailey

Hi Renee,

You've take a big first step. You've admitted to yourself that you need to lose weight and you want to do it in a healthy way. Losing weight and keeping it off is a lifetime commitment, so it is important to stay away from fad diets. This is especially important at your age as you are still growing and fad diets can rob your body of iron, calcium and other essential nutrients your body needs. The best way to lose weight is slow and steady though changes that become habits for a lifetime.

Along with making changes in your eating another important factor to losing weight and keeping it off is exercise. Teens need about 60 minutes of physical activity a day. This doesn't have to be all at one time. You can break it up into three 20 minutes walks or two half hour slots of time. This helps in more than one way. First it burns calories taken in and secondly it burns stored body fat and builds muscle. Muscle will continue to burn calories for you.

As for what diet it follow, it's always good to check with your family doctor to get his recommendation not only for diet but also ask him what your ideal weight should be.

Here are a few tips to get you started in the meantime:

What to eliminate:

Fast food Junk food snacks Soda or sweetened drinks Limit sweets Fried foods

What to add:

Exercise Fruits and vegetables Whole grains Drink plenty of pure water

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Hi my name is Renee and I am 16 years old I weigh around 260 pounds. I want to lose 100 pounds but don't know how to do it. Do you have any suggestions.

-- Contributed by: renee

Hi Anna,

At your age, your body is still growing. The best thing you can do is to switch out unhealthy snacks for healthy ones like fruit, whole-grain crackers, or baby carrots. These can be carried in your backpack so you always have healthy food nearby. Right now I suggest you focus on making better food choices and let your weight take care of itself.

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Hi, I'm Anna. I'm 11 years old, about 5'4 and 127 lbs. I'm not comfortable with my body shape, but I think just losing a little would make me happier. I would like to lose only 7 lbs, but I'm not sure my ability to stop eating junkfood will decrease. Can you tell me a healthy and smart way to lose weight?

-- Contributed by: Anna

Hi Nicole,

It's not about cutting junk food completely of your diet but learning to understand your relationship with food. Take a look at what a serving size it to help you see if you are overeating. If so, ask yourself why. Many people overeat to feel good, but the end result is that they are not happy with their body. The Ultimate Weight Solution for Teens can help you make the best nutritional choices when you hang out at McDonalds or other fast food restaurants. The key is not totally abstaining from these foods but to make better choices and not to overeat.

-- Contributed by: Donna Sundblad

Hi, I'm Nicole. I'm 14 years old, 5'4 and 150 pounds. I'm not exactly overweight, but i want to lose some weight to feel more comfortable about my body. I excerise, and have a pretty healthy diet, but i still can't seem to lose weight. Please help me out here. Should i cut junkfood out of my diet completely?

-- Contributed by: Nicole

Becca, track is a great start. I don't know your details, but I would suggest reading some of the nutrition articles on this site. Also, check out the Eat-Clean Diet. The book is a wonderful lesson in healthy eating habits along with exercise.

-- Contributed by: Kathleen Roberts

hi im becca and i am 5'2 and 160 pounds and im soo scared of my weigth can you please help me try and maintain my weight ill do anything i do track and that does nothing please respond

-- Contributed by: becca

Hi Rachel! Try reading 30 Minutes to a Flat Stomach and Lose Belly Fat Quickly for more information.

-- Contributed by: Kathleen Roberts

Hi..I am Rachel. I am 16 years old, 5'5 and weight 140. I am not pleased with the way I look. I know that I dont weight that much and that I am about the right weight for my age..but I have a belly on me that I would like to get rid of before school. I have belly fat that hangs and on my sides there is some fat that I would like to get rid of too...so can u help me?

-- Contributed by: Rachel

Thank you Dionna for posting encouragement. I agree, ignor people at school who show their ignorance by putting others down. It is hard work losing weight and making life changes to improve your health. You both are to be commended for your strength.

-- Contributed by: Kathleen Roberts

Hi Faith, My name is Dionna I am also 13 years old.I am 58 too and weigh 185 lbs.I get made fun of alot, I hate it too.I am currently on diet. I want you to know never lose hope it may take a while to lose weight and i no it gets discouraging.If you ever need help just email me good luck Bye P.s.:dont listen to thoose obnoxious jerks at school

-- Contributed by: Dionna

Faith, there are many articles on this site that will teach you how to eat healthy and how to add exercise to your routine. By making life changes you will be able to gradually lose weight and feel great.

Start with Eating a Healthy Diet: The Basics. There are also some excellent articles in the Diet and Fitness category. Read as many as you can and then you can begin to make a plan of the changes you'd like to make.

Be sure you talk to your doctor before starting and exercise or diet plan. You'll want to be sure there are no health issues related to your weight.

Thank you for your question, and I wish you much success.

-- Contributed by: Kathleen Roberts

Hi. Im Faith. I'm 13 years old, 5 foot 8 and i weigh about 180 lbs. I really need help getting my life together. I need to lose some weight by the time school starts again. I cant handle being made fun of all the time. Can you help?

Please&thanks.

-faith

-- Contributed by: Faith.

I would recommend two things: Have your daughter read Jay's book and also discuss the problem with her doctor. There may be a health issue involved if she has a weight problem.

She also needs to understand that size does not determine beauty. Not fitting into a certain size does not make her less of a person. Help her to see that she is beautiful just being herself.

Thanks for your question. :)

-- Contributed by: Kathleen Roberts

my daughter she over weight and i want her to be okay with the way she looks and it makes me feel bad when i see her not able to fit in some clothing sizes please HELP

-- Contributed by: candra

I'm sorry but Jay cannot be reached on this site.

-- Contributed by: Kathleen Roberts

Dear Jay, I am 15, going to be 16, and i weigh about 150 lbs and i am 5'5. I think i am very overweight for my age, and my height. I need to lose weight before my junior year. Please give me a solution that will help me drop 20lbs in 2 months.

-- Contributed by: samantha

Dear Jay, I watch your father all the time. I have a 12 year old daughter who is obese. I need some help. first w/ her eating habits and second how to get her to get active. She says she's ok w/ her weight. I am not. I know the risks any ideas.

Thanks

-- Contributed by: Wanda Cochran
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