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  • Treating Type 2 Diabetes for Parents


    Kids who are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes follow a diabetes care plan to help them manage the condition and stay healthy and active.

  • How Can I Lose Weight Safely? for Teens


    Lots of people are unhappy with their present weight, but aren't sure how to change it - or even if they need to. Get the facts on weight loss here.

  • Therapy and Weight Management for Teens


    Losing weight can feel like a challenge, no matter how much we want it. It can sometimes seem like our minds are working against us. That's where weight-management counselors can help.

  • Strength Training for Teens


    Is working out with weights safe for teens? The best way to build muscle tone and definition is to combine aerobic and flexibility exercises with the right kind of strength training.

  • Is It Possible to Lose Weight Without Exercising? for Teens


    Your weight is a balance between the calories you take in and the calories you burn.

  • Insulin Resistance for Parents


    Insulin resistance happens when the body does not respond properly to insulin. It can can raise a child's risk for type 2 diabetes and other health problems.

  • How Can I Get Rid of Extra Skin After Weight Loss? for Teens


    There's no fast way to get rid of extra skin after weight loss. To keep seeing improvement, give it more time.

  • Metabolic Syndrome for Parents


    Metabolic syndrome is a group of health problems that put kids at risk for heart disease and diabetes. With lifestyle changes, many kids improve their health and reduce their risk of disease.

  • What Is Type 2 Diabetes? for Parents


    Learning what you can about type 2 diabetes will let you help your child manage and live with the disease. Here are the basics.

  • Should I Go on a Diet? for Teens


    The best thing to do if you have a question about dieting is to see your doctor.

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