Ep 17: What dietary plan is best for teens?
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There are three popular dietary styles used in teens who struggle to lose weight: Low carbohydrate dietary planLow glycemic index dietary planPortion control dietary planWhich one is more effective in achieving a healthy weight in teens? Here I present data from this research that answered this question:  Kirk S, Brehm B, Saelens BE, Woo JG, Kissel E, D'Alessio D, Bolling C, Daniels SR.  Role of carbohydrate modification in weight management among obese children: a randomized clinical trial. J Pediatr. 2012 Aug;161(2):320-7.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2012.01.041. Epub 2012 Feb 28. PMID: 22381024; PMCID: PMC3406261. Hope you enjoy this episode and if so, please share it with your friends and family. Dr Gourgari is a pediatric endocrinologist, certified in obesity medicine expert and weight loss coach for teens with more than 15 years of experience. She helps teens build healthy habits that last, so they can feel happier, be more confident and love their body again . To get a free copy of 30 healthy and easy recipes for teens that are high in protein, visit https://lifestyleforteens.com/recipes To learn more about the LIFT Program, visit lifestyleforteens.com/program
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