Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Like adults, lots of teens wish they could change something about themselves. Fortunately, in some cases — take hair, for example — that’s pretty easy to do. Kids can grow it long, cut it short, and if they don’t like it, a new look is just a quick snip or …

What Are the Symptoms of an Overeating Disorder?

When my 14-year-old daughter and her friends are hanging out at our house, it seems like they’re always raiding the refrigerator! I didn’t think anything about it but then I heard about this thing called a binge eating disorder. What is it? And should I be worried? – Hannah Binge …

When Can Young Kids Start Exercising?

I have a 5-year-old son. Is he too young to start exercising? – Dorea Encouraging kids to be physically active is important at any age. In fact, kids who are active at a young age tend to stay active later in life — and have a lower risk of becoming …

Your Child’s Weight

“What’s the right weight for my child?” is one of the most common questions parents have. It seems like a simple one, but it’s not always easy to answer. Among kids the same height and age, some are more muscular or more developed than others. That’s because not all kids …