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The things you do now could help prevent diabetes later, depending on the type of diabetes. Here's the scoop on diabetes prevention.
A couple of pounds of extra body fat are not a health risk for most people. But when people are severely overweight, it can cause health problems.
Has your doctor told you to lose weight? Get ideas on food, fitness, and staying motivated. We've also got weight management tools and recipes designed just for teens.
We use the words "oveweight" and "obese" a lot, but they actually have medical meanings. Find out how doctors diagnose these conditions and what they mean for a person's health.
This section has information on which weight-loss approaches work -- and which don't.
Has your doctor told you to lose weight? Click here for ideas on nutrition, fitness, and staying motivated. We've also got weight management tools designed just for teens.
Teens with type 2 diabetes have to pay close attention to what they eat and do.
One of the biggest questions guys and girls have is whether they're the right weight. Because the body is growing and changing so much during adolescence, it can be tough to answer this question.
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.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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