Losing weight for teens Topic

U1187601202 07/03/20
Hi everyone. I’m 15 5’3 and 104 pounds. Is there anyway I could slim down? Quarantine has made me gain a lot of weight and feel really gross and overwhelmed. Thanks so much!!!!

U1188252796 07/03/20
Hi hun! I’d say you should not feel pressured to lose any weight! Stick to an exercise schedule and eat healthy and you will be just fine. Fruits/veggies with every meal should help with those feelings of grossness.

U1187601202 07/04/20
Thank you!! I kinda have a belly and thick thighs so I guess it’s throwing me off

Dietician 07/06/20 replied to U1187601202
Hello U1187601202- I am sorry to hear you are struggling. Quarantine has been difficult for a lot of people of all ages. Though it sounds to me like you have more going on than just being overwhelmed.

The app was never designed to be used by teens. In fact, in our policies, it is outlined that the app can not be used by anyone under the age of 18 without their parents' guidance and monitoring. https://www.mynetdiary.com/terms.html

Thus, for this reason, I ask that you stop using the app right now.

While this may sound harsh- it is for your protection. Tracking and dieting behaviors can lead to disordered eating for some individuals and I am worried about you. For your height and age, you do NOT need to lose weight even if you are not satisfied with the way your body looks.

I would suggest reaching out to the national eating disorder helpline.
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline. They can help hook you up with the right people to get you the help you deserve.

Please let me know you received this message. Wishing you the best of health, Joanna (MyNetDiary Dietitian)

Losing weight for teens