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Teen weight loss: Healthy habits count
Have a heart-to-heart
Dispute unrealistic images
Resist quick fixes
Promote activity
Suggest breakfast
Encourage smart snacking
Watch portion sizes
Count liquid calories
Make it a family affair
Be positive
Content
Social and psychological impact
Talking about weight
Dieting risks
Family strategies for healthy eating
Promoting activity
The doctor's role
Count liquid calories
The calories in soda, fruit juice, sports drinks and specialty coffees can add up quickly. Drinking water instead of sugary drinks might spare your teen hundreds of calories a day — or even more. For variety, suggest calorie-free flavored water, seltzer water or water with a slice of lemon.
