Teen age Children Weight Problems
By: Coy Ketchie
Calorie Needs Of A Teenager
Teenage boys on average need 1,800 to 2,600 calories a day if they're 11 to 13 years, and 2,200 to 3,200 calories a day if they're 14 to 18 years of age. Teenage girls need less 1,800 to 2,200 calories a day if they're ages 11 to 13, and 1,800 to 2,400 calories a day if they're age 14 to 18
Food Choices
Fat-free and low-fat milk products are great. Look for fat-free or low-fat cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products. If can't drink milk, try soy drinks fortified with calcium and vitamin D. Red Meat, fish, chicken, beans, and peanuts are some very good sources of proteins to grow tall and healthy.