How To Choose The Right Teen Weight Loss Camp
Choosing the best weight loss camp for your teenager, young adult or college student is one of those decisions that really, really counts. When you know in your heart your child’s losing the battle with weight — and you’ve tried everyone’s well-meaning suggestions with no success — finding the right immersive program can feel impossible.…
Stopping The Spiral
Research has shown that if you’re overweight when you’re young, you’ll probably be heavier as an adult – and more discouraged than ever by yo-yo weight cycling. Break that cycle early with effective life skills, daily habits and other tools that work now, in college, and beyond. Do this and stay in control of your…
Weight Loss Isn’t About Motivation
What you weigh is the result of many factors, including emotional and environmental influences as well as food or exercise. This is why “eat less, move more” advice often doesn’t result in lasting weight loss, no matter how hard you try. It’s also why no one should feel guilty or ashamed about their weight. If…
What to Do When Your Daughter Says She Looks Fat
A few days ago a dear friend reached out to me with a text that said “Help! My five-year-old just said that she can’t wear that dress because she looks fat! What do I say?” My friend and I then proceeded to have a great conversation about how to start teaching her daughter what “beauty”…